In Operant Conditioning, Which of the Following Responses to a Child's

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Multiple Choice

In operant conditioning, which of the following responses to a child's behaviour will result in its extinction?

• A) The observer joins in with the child engaging in the behaviour.
• B) The child is given a hug and told that the behaviour must stop or punishment will be given.
• C) The child is told repeatedly to stop the behaviour.
• D) The observer no longer pays attention to or reinforces the behaviour.

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