Behavior modification works BEST when used to modify
A)a broadly defined behavior, for example, "I will be friendlier."
B)a personality trait, for example, "I will stop being irritable."
C)or attain a specific goal, for example, "I will get a 4.00 GPA this semester."
D)a specific overt behavior, for example, "I will stop smoking."

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Behavior modification techniques are most effective when they are applied to specific, observable behaviors rather than broad, vague goals or inherent personality traits. "I will stop smoking" is a clear, measurable behavior that can be directly addressed with behavior modification strategies.

Behavior Modification Works BEST When Used to Modify