Question

Identify the technique in which Abby's unwanted behavior can be reduced, and wanted behavior can be increased simultaneously.

• A. Token economy
• B. Modelling
• C. Reciprocal inhibition
• D. Differential reinforcement

Hint:

Reward the wanted, withhold from the unwanted.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Understanding the Concept
Differential reinforcement rewards the wanted behaviour and withholds reward from the unwanted behaviour. So the wanted one grows while the unwanted one fades.

Step 2: Read the question
Abby's unwanted behaviour should drop and wanted behaviour should rise at the same time.

Step 3: Check option (1) Token economy
Tokens reward good behaviour only. It mainly raises wanted behaviour and does not by itself reduce the unwanted one. So (1) is not the best fit.

Step 4: Check option (2) Modelling
Modelling is learning by watching someone. It has no reward and withdrawal pair. So (2) is wrong.

Step 5: Check option (3) Reciprocal inhibition
This is Wolpe's idea behind desensitisation, used for fears. So (3) is wrong.

Step 6: Check option (4) Differential reinforcement
Reward the wanted act and ignore the unwanted act. Both goals are met together. So (4) is correct.

Final Answer:
The technique is differential reinforcement, option (4). \[ \boxed{\text{Option (4)}} \]