If You Provide the Reinforcer That Maintains a Student's Challenging

question 11

Multiple Choice

If you provide the reinforcer that maintains a student's challenging behavior before the challenging behavior occurs or at regular intervals regardless of the student's behavior, which technique are you using?

• A) noncontingent reinforcement
• B) negative reinforcement
• C) behavior management
• D) extinction

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Definitions:

Synaptic Gap

The tiny space between neurons where neurotransmitters are released to transmit information.

Molecules

The smallest unit of a chemical compound that can exist, consisting of two or more atoms held together by chemical bonds.

Refractory Period

A period immediately following an action (e.g., a neuron's firing or human ejaculation) during which a second action is difficult or impossible to initiate.

Neuron

A specific type of cell responsible for sending nerve signals; also known as a neuron.