What is sensory extinction? When would you use a sensory extinction procedure?
What will be an ideal response?
Sensory extinction involves a change in or elimination of the sensory stimulation that reinforces the behavior. You would use a sensory extinction procedure when a functional analysis has been done and it was found that the behavior is being maintained by an automatic positive reinforcer (sensory reinforcer).
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a. rotary b. procedural c. physical d. muscular
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A. beer. B. wine. C. schnapps and "coolers." D. whiskey, vodka, and gin.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false