The Use of Operant Conditioning to Modify or Shape Human

question 101

Multiple Choice

The use of operant conditioning to modify or shape human behavior is called

• A) classical conditioning.
• B) punishment.
• C) behavior modification.
• D) reinforcement.

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Contribution Margin

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