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nummyann

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on: Jun 21, 2018

The process of creating a new behavior by reinforcing gradual approximations to a present behavior is known as _____.

A) chaining
B) shaping
C) graduated reinforcement
D) fading

Question 2

Enjoying yourself at a party is a(n) _____ reinforcer for going to the party.

A) contrived
B) natural
C) extrinsic
D) Both a and b are correct.

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scottmt

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Reply #1 on: Jun 21, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B

nummyann

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Reply 2 on: Jun 21, 2018

Gracias!

kthug

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday

Great answer, keep it coming

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