The premise underlying behavioral therapy is
A. behavior is learned and can be modified.
B. behavior is a product of unconscious drives.
C. motives must change before behavior changes.
D. behavior is determined by cognitions. Change in cognitions produces new behavior.
Answer: A. behavior is learned and can be modified.
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