Dillon is four years old, and his parents want to teach him to say "Please" and "Thank you." They will be MOST successful in altering Dillon's behavior if they use
A)classical conditioning.
B)higher-order conditioning.
C)noncontingent reinforcement.
D)operant conditioning.

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Operant conditioning is the most effective method for teaching specific behaviors like saying "Please" and "Thank you" because it involves reinforcing desired behaviors with rewards or consequences, which can directly influence and modify Dillon's behavior.

Dillon Is Four Years Old, and His Parents Want to Teach