Jeff's Parents Have Set Up a System That Awards Him

question 118

Multiple Choice

Jeff's parents have set up a system that awards him points when he performs certain behaviours around the house. The points can then be exchanged for privileges such as watching television or going to a movie. This arrangement is similar to

• A) a token economy
• B) time out.
• C) rational-emotive therapy.
• D) systematic desensitization.

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