Parents of a 3-Year-Old Have Noticed an Improvement in Behavior

question 15

Multiple Choice

Parents of a 3-year-old have noticed an improvement in behavior because of using a "time out" behavioral approach.What aspect of "time out" therapy may be responsible for this child's improved behavior?

• A) "Negative reinforcement discourages maladaptive behavior."
• B) "Positive reinforcement is removed."
• C) "Covert sensitization is being applied."
• D) "Reciprocal inhibition is eliminated."

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