The behavior modification strategy of controlling or decreasing your exposure to antecedents of your target behavior is especially useful if you are trying to ____ the frequency of a response such as ____.
A) decrease; arguing
B) decrease; smoking
C) increase; studying
D) increase; exercising

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The behavior modification strategy of controlling or decreasing antecedents is effective in decreasing the frequency of a behavior. Therefore, the correct answer is B which suggests decreasing the frequency of smoking. Arguing is also a target behavior that can be decreased by controlling antecedents, but it is not one of the options. Increasing the frequency of studying or exercising requires increasing antecedents and utilizing positive reinforcements.

The Behavior Modification Strategy of Controlling or Decreasing Your Exposure