Which of the Following Is True Concerning Operant Conditioning Principles

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true concerning operant conditioning principles?

• A)Chaining involves reinforcing behaviours that come closer to the target behaviour.
• B)Fading involves gradually decreasing the frequency of reinforcement for "not-exactly-right" behaviours.
• C)Shaping involves delivering punishment for unwanted behaviours.
• D)Chaining involves the shaping of the behaviour by use of punishment and reinforcement.

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