Steve and his wife, Bethany, both work full time. Since Steve usually arrives home first, he takes on the burden of cooking and cleaning, but he is becoming frustrated with the current division of chores. Which of the following learning approaches is likely to work best to increase Bethany’s participation in the household duties?
a. ?Steve should consistently comment upon Bethany’s lack of help with cooking and dish washing until her behavior changes.
b. ?Steve should refuse to cook and clean, forcing Bethany to realize how her actions affect their relationship.
c. ?Steve should ignore negative behaviors and notice and reward positive behaviors, gradually increasing Bethany’s participation in cooking and dish washing.
d. ?Steve should make a list of how all of Bethany’s behaviors have affected his life.
ANSWER:
c
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