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Praxis II PLT 5-9 Test Prep

Category - PRAXIS Principles of Learning and Teaching 5-9

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Erik is teaching his daughter to ride a bike. First, he walks along with her, holding her on the bike. Later he runs alongside without holding her body or the bike. Eventually, he gives her a little push and she is able to ride alone. What is this called?
  1. Fading
  2. Shaping
  3. Positive reinforcement
  4. All of the above
Explanation

Answer: A - Fading is when a controlling stimulus gradually changes or is eliminated. Typically, the behavior is prompted by a completely new stimulus. In this example, Erik initially stimulated his daughter’s bike riding by walking alongside the bike while holding it. Now, a light push is all it takes for his daughter to ride her bike. In a few weeks, a verbal stimulus such as “Go ride your bike” may become the controlling stimulus.

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