Reinforcing behaviours that successively approximate the desired response is called
A) positive reinforcement.
B) discrimination training.
C) stimulus equivalence.
D) shaping.
E) fading.

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Shaping involves reinforcing behaviors that are closer and closer to the desired behavior, gradually leading to the desired response. This technique is often used in both human and animal training.

Reinforcing Behaviours That Successively Approximate the Desired Response Is Called