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One form of behavior therapy looks at the antecedent and consequence that causes a negative behavior. Reinforcement and punishment are the core tools that are either positive or negative. The therapy deals with modifications of voluntary behavior in regards to environmental influences. What form of behavior therapy is being described?
  1. Operant conditioning
  2. Positive reinforcement
  3. Classical conditioning
  4. Punishment
Explanation
Answer - A - Operant behavior operates on the environment and is maintained by its consequences. There are four basic consequences known as positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, positive punishment, and negative punishment. A fifth procedure has been added and is known as extinction. This occurs when there is no change in consequences following a response.
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