The First Step in the Use of Reinforcement Is to ________

question 78

Multiple Choice

The first step in the use of reinforcement is to ________.

• A) understand what antecedents are needed to elicit the desired behavior
• B) identify desired behaviors to be encouraged or reinforced
• C) decide how to reinforce the behavior
• D) explain positive or negative reinforcement to workers

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Definitions:

Cognitive Therapy

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Mood Disorders

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Depression

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PET-Scan Studies

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