Before Frank could begin his research project, he had to train his rat to press the lever by reinforcing successive approximations of lever pressing. This technique is known as:
A) Extinction
B) Operant level
C) Shaping
D) Acquisition

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Shaping is the process of reinforcing successive approximations to a desired behavior, which is exactly what Frank is doing by training his rat to press the lever.

Before Frank Could Begin His Research Project, He Had to Train