When Shaping the Behavior of an Organism, You Must

question 54

Multiple Choice

When shaping the behavior of an organism, you must

• A)reinforce all responses.
• B)set each criterion so that at least some of the existing responses are reinforced.
• C)set each criterion so that only the response forms that exceed existing responses are reinforced.
• D)set each criterion so that most of the existing responses are reinforced.

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Definitions:

Agoraphobia

An anxiety disorder in which a person is afraid to be in public places or situations from which escape might be difficult (or embarrassing) or help unavailable if panic-like symptoms were to occur.

Panic Disorder

A psychiatric disorder marked by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks along with persistent concern about having additional attacks and changes in behavior to avoid them.

Crowded Streets

Streets filled with a large number of people, vehicles, or both, often leading to congestion.

Enhancing GABA

Refers to increasing the activity of the neurotransmitter GABA, which is known for its calming and inhibitory effects on the brain.