What is an example of a token economy that a fourth-grade teacher might use for her students?
A)giving candy for a job well done
B)giving a detention for bad behavior
C)giving a candy after 10 stars are acquired on homework papers
D)giving extra recess for staying quiet through the lunch hour

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Rewarding students with a candy after acquiring a certain number of stars on homework papers is an example of a token economy. The students are receiving tokens (stars) for good behavior (doing well on their homework) and can then exchange those tokens for a reward (candy). This system reinforces positive behavior and motivates students to work hard on their homework. Giving candy for a job well done (A) can also be an example of a token economy, but it lacks the systematization of accumulating tokens for rewards. Giving a detention for bad behavior (B) is a punishment, not a reward, and can lead to negative associations with school and authority. Giving extra recess for staying quiet through lunch hour (D) is a reward, but it is not specifically tied to any positive behavior or accomplishment, hence less effective.

What Is an Example of a Token Economy That a Fourth-Grade