The formula used to guide time-out as a disciplinary method is
a. 1 minute per each year of the child's age
b. To relate the length of the time-out to the severity of the behavior
c. Never to use time-out for a child younger than 4 years
d. To follow the time-out with a treat
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A It is important to structure time-out in a time frame that allows the child to
understand why he or she has been removed from the environment.
B Relating time to a behavior is subjective and is inappropriate when the child is
very young.
C Time-out can be used with the toddler.
D Negative behavior should not be reinforced with a positive action.
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