In a changing-criterion design
A) changes in behavior are measured at different points in time.
B) changes in behavior cannot be attributed to the reinforcement contingency.
C) the criterion for reinforcement remains constant over the course of the experiment.
D) the criterion for reinforcement is changed over the course of the experiment.

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In a changing-criterion design, the criterion for reinforcement is systematically altered over the course of the experiment to shape behavior gradually towards a target behavior. This allows researchers to observe the effects of different reinforcement criteria on behavior.

In a Changing-Criterion Design