Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Has Been Used to Help Individuals

question 458

Multiple Choice

Applied behavior analysis (ABA) has been used to help individuals with autism. The basic principle of this form of behavior modification is ________.

• A) partial reinforcement
• B) classical conditioning
• C) negative punishment
• D) shaping

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