Which of These Statements About Behaviour Modification Is FALSE

question 141

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements about behaviour modification is FALSE?

• A)Behaviour modification's behaviourist approach has lost favour among academics and practitioners.
• B)Behaviour modification programs are sometimes viewed as a form of gambling.
• C)Behaviour modification reinforcers tend to become too strong over time.
• D)Behaviour modification focuses on behaviour rather than human thoughts.
• E)Behaviour modification programs must run infrequently and only for short durations.

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