Super Nanny is visiting the Niemann household to assist in eliminating little Alex’s temper tantrums. She decides to set up rules that specify what behaviors will be strengthened or rewarded. Super Nanny has implemented a behavioral technique known as ____

a. ?positive reinforcement
b. ?exposure therapy
c. ?assertiveness training
d. ?extinction


ANSWER:
a

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