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abern

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In behavioral therapy, stimulus control is a type of contingency managem
 
  a. the counselor and client analyze and manipulate contingencies preceding a behavior.
  b. the desired behavior doesnt occur naturally, so behaviors that are close to the desired behavior are rewarded.
  c. rewards are given when a client is not performing an undesirable behavior.
  d. symbols are substituted for reinforcers. The symbols, such as poker chips, are eventually exchanged for positive reinforcers.
  e. the client convinces his or herself not to do the undesired behavior as mind-over-matter.

Question 2

What type of reinforcement is generally used in behavior modification classrooms that reward good behavior with points?
 
  a. differential reinforcement
  b. token economies
  c. reinforcement withdrawal
  d. individualized reward systems
  e. societal conformity



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b



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