Each of the Following Is a Factor in Skinner's Functional

question 47

Multiple Choice

Each of the following is a factor in Skinner's functional analysis except:

• A) the frequency of the behavior.
• B) the situation in which the behavior occurs.
• C) the reinforcement associated with the behavior.
• D) the motivation behind the behavior.

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