The method of successive approximations relies on
A) reinforcing the target behaviour for successful shaping of novel behaviours.
B) reinforcing each and every response that resembles the target behaviour.
C) gradually withholding more and more reinforcement over the course of an experimental session.
D) reinforcing responses that increasingly resemble the target behaviour.
E) reinforcing desired behaviours and punishing undesired behaviours.

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The method of successive approximations, also known as shaping, involves reinforcing responses that increasingly resemble the target behaviour until the desired behaviour is achieved.

The Method of Successive Approximations Relies on