Jane begins a new exercise program, which involves exercising for 20 minutes, three days a week. She gradually increases the number of days she exercises each week and the duration of each session. In this scenario, which of the following methods for decreasing stressful behavior is Jane adopting?
A) Material reinforcement
B) Infiltration
C) Mirroring
D) Shaping

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Shaping involves gradually modifying behavior by reinforcing successive approximations of the desired behavior. Jane is gradually increasing her exercise duration and frequency, which aligns with the concept of shaping.

Jane Begins a New Exercise Program, Which Involves Exercising for 20