Bill Will Often Begin Doing Household Projects Like Yard Work

question 212

Multiple Choice

Bill will often begin doing household projects like yard work if he knows that Betty has had a difficult day. She becomes very grumpy and often critical of Bill during these times. Bill has exhibited

• A) the negative consequences of punishment.
• B) behaviour modification.
• C) biofeedback.
• D) avoidance learning

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