A researcher reinforces closer and closer approximations to a target behavior. What is the name of the procedure she is using?
A) shaping
B) classical conditioning
C) discrimination training
D) extinction

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Shaping involves reinforcing successive approximations to a target behavior until the final target behavior is achieved. This is done by gradually reinforcing behaviors that are closer and closer to the target behavior.

A Researcher Reinforces Closer and Closer Approximations to a Target