A Behavior Analyst Develops a Program That Decreases a Baby's

question 179

Multiple Choice

A behavior analyst develops a program that decreases a baby's crying when her diaper is soiled. This is an example of

• A) development of a procedure to decrease maladaptive behaviors.
• B) differential reinforcement of alternative responses.
• C) extinction.
• D) misuse of a practitioner's ability to control behavior.

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Definitions:

Force Field Analysis

A management technique developed by Kurt Lewin, used to identify the forces that support or oppose a particular decision or change.

Political Strategy

Political strategy refers to the planned course of action or tactics employed by individuals, groups, or organizations to influence political decisions or achieve specific political outcomes.

Power Distribution

Power distribution involves the allocation and control of authority, resources, and influence among individuals, groups, or institutions within a society or organization, affecting decision-making and governance.

Policy Advocates

Individuals or groups that actively work to propose or support changes in public policy.