Kathy frequently makes faces at her classmates. Instead of punishing her for making faces, the teacher has the students totally ignore Kathy. This example illustrates the teacher's attempt at

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The scenario describes the teacher using extinction, which occurs when a behavior is no longer reinforced, resulting in a decrease in frequency or elimination of the behavior. By having the students ignore Kathy's face-making, they no longer give her attention or a reaction, which theoretically should decrease the likelihood of her continuing to do it.

Kathy Frequently Makes Faces at Her Classmates