When using the three tools to control behavior, it is usually best to begin by
a. using mild punishment to eliminate any problem behaviors.
b. ignoring a problem behavior, or shifting attention to a desirable activity and then reinforcing the resulting desirable behavior with praise.
c. using severe punishment to eliminate any problem behaviors.
d. suppressing problem behaviors with negative reinforcement.
B
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A. Fred B. Barney C. George D. Bart
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Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
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a. 40% b. 60% c. 70% d. 90%