A Parent Is Considering the Use of Extinction on Her

question 20

Multiple Choice

A parent is considering the use of extinction on her child's tantrum behavior.Before she begins to use extinction,the parent considers whether she can handle the initial increase in the behavior that may occur.In this example,the parent is considering her ability to:​

• A) ​maintain consistency
• B) ​identify the reinforcer
• C) ​tolerate an extinction burst
• D) ​A and B

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Definitions:

High-Amplitude Sucking

A method used in developmental research where infants control the presentation of stimuli by varying their sucking strength.

Attention

The act of focusing thought or consciousness on a specific subject or activity.

Perceptual Constancy

The psychological phenomenon whereby perceivers experience a stable perception of an object even though sensory input may vary widely.

Retinal Image

The visual image produced on the retina of the eye, serving as the basis for visual perception.