In Order to Decrease the Occurrence of an Inappropriate Behavior

question 53

Multiple Choice

In order to decrease the occurrence of an inappropriate behavior effectively, a behavior analyst should simultaneously increase.

• A) reinforcement for all other behaviors.
• B) acceptable alternative behaviors.
• C) consequences for inappropriate behavior.
• D) response effort for incompatible behaviors.

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Definitions:

External Energy Source

An energy source that originates outside a system and can influence or drive processes within that system, such as solar radiation impacting the Earth's climate.

Infrared Energy

A form of electromagnetic energy with longer wavelengths than visible light; much of the Sun’s light that reaches Earth converts into this type of energy.

Converted Energy

Energy that has been changed from one form to another, such as mechanical energy into electrical energy.

Sediment Variety

Sediment variety encompasses the different types of mineral and organic particles deposited by water, wind, or ice, including sand, silt, clay, and pebbles.