A Behaviorist Is Giving Childrearing Advice

question 161

Multiple Choice

A behaviorist is giving childrearing advice. Which tip is this person LEAST likely to give?

• A) "Ignore bad behavior (or don't reinforce it) by paying attention to a child."
• B) "Pay attention and reinforce a child for good behavior."
• C) "To encourage a child to persist at an activity, reinforce him every time he performs that action."
• D) "To discipline a child, be consistent. Never give in because the child whines."

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