Just before displaying a particular problem behavior, a developmentally disabled child typically looks at a caregiver and smiles.These indicators suggest that the problem behavior is maintained by:
A)self-stimulation
B)external sensory positive reinforcement
C)attention from others
D)escape from demands

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The child is looking at the caregiver and smiling just before displaying the problem behavior, indicating that they are seeking attention from the caregiver. This suggests that the problem behavior is maintained by the positive reinforcement of attention from others. Self-stimulation, external sensory positive reinforcement, and escape from demands are not supported by the given information.

Just Before Displaying a Particular Problem Behavior, a Developmentally Disabled