Each time Satoru recites his alphabet before school in the morning, his mother places a quarter in a large rainbow-colored glass vase. As the vase nears to overflowing, Satoru knows his father will take him to the local book store so that he can purchase
a new book. According to behaviorist theory, Saturo’s parents are using __________ to encourage Saturo’s alphabet recitation.
a) positive reinforcement
b) imitation
c) punishment
d) negative reinforcement
Answer: a
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