Rewarding Actions That Are Closer and Closer Approximations to a Desired

question 257

Multiple Choice

Rewarding actions that are closer and closer approximations to a desired response is called

• A) reciprocal inhibition.
• B) shaping.
• C) desensitization.
• D) negative reinforcement.

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Definitions:

Risk Taking

The act of undertaking actions which involve danger or risk in order to achieve a specific outcome, often seen as a necessary component of success and growth.

Purging

A behavior in which individuals attempt to remove unwanted food or substances from their body, often associated with eating disorders.

Prefrontal Cortex

The front part of the frontal lobe responsible for complex cognitive behavior, decision making, and moderating social behavior.