Mona and Tim teach their children appropriate behavior through appreciation for proper behavior and disapproval for improper behavior. Such kind of learning is an example of _____.

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Shaping involves reinforcing behaviors that are closer and closer to the desired behavior. In this case, Mona and Tim are reinforcing appropriate behavior and discouraging inappropriate behavior, which is a form of shaping. Modeling involves learning by observing others, renquing and diffusing are not valid terms in this context.

Mona and Tim Teach Their Children Appropriate Behavior Through Appreciation