A procedure used to teach a whole behavior by first training its parts is called:

A) higher order conditioning.
B) shaping.
C) modeling.
D) response generalization.

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A procedure used to teach a whole behavior by first training its parts is called:A)  higher order conditioning.B)  shaping.C)  modeling.D)  response generalization.

Anisa Richard · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Shaping is a technique where a behavior is taught by first reinforcing successive approximations of the target behavior. In other words, the behavior is broken down into smaller parts that are easier to teach separately, and then combined to form the whole behavior. Higher order conditioning involves using a conditioned stimulus (CS) that has been paired with an unconditioned stimulus (US) to condition a new neutral stimulus, whereas modeling involves learning by observing others. Response generalization refers to the phenomenon where a behavior learned in one situation is generalized to other similar situations.

A procedure used to teach a whole behavior by first training its parts is called:

A) higher order conditioning.
B) shaping.
C) modeling.
D) response generalization.

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