Alex learned how to make three-point basketball shots by successfully making very short shots before shooting from increasingly longer distances from the hoop.This learning strategy best illustrates the process of
A) variable-interval scheduling.
B) delayed reinforcement.
C) spontaneous recovery.
D) shaping.

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Shaping involves reinforcing behaviors that are increasingly similar to the desired behavior. In this case, Alex is reinforced for making short shots before moving on to longer distances, which gradually shapes his behavior to successfully make three-point shots.

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