To train an animal to make some response, a psychologist decides to use the procedure known as shaping. This means that the psychologist will
A) force the animal into the necessary position to make the response.
B) deprive the animal of food and water until it makes the response.
C) display the correct response and let the animal imitate.
D) start by reinforcing the animal for a simpler response.
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