Martha wants to teach her dog Max the command, "Get beer, Max." This involves going to the refrigerator and opening it by pulling on a dishtowel tied to the handle, taking out a can of beer with his mouth, and bringing it to her dinner guest. Which of the following training methods is likely to work best?

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Chaining and positive reinforcement is the best method because chaining involves breaking down the task into smaller steps and teaching each step individually, while positive reinforcement encourages the dog by rewarding it for successfully completing each step.

Martha Wants to Teach Her Dog Max the Command, "Get