The View That, in Some Cases, It Is Desirable to Use

question 689

Multiple Choice

The view that, in some cases, it is desirable to use quicker-acting punishment procedures to decrease problem behavior rather than slower-acting procedures involving positive reinforcement of alternative behavior, is referred to as the position.

• A)freedom from harm
• B)right to effective treatment
• C)functional communication
• D)positive behavior support

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Definitions:

Extinguishable Behavior

A learned response that decreases in frequency or disappears when it is no longer reinforced in a behavioral psychology context.

Fixed-Interval

A schedule in operant conditioning where rewards (reinforcements) are given at fixed times, provided the correct response is made.

Continuous

Without pause or interruption; unending over time or space.

Fixed-Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses, used in behaviorist theories.