Sheila has difficulty paying attention in class.To improve her behaviour,her teacher taped a form to Sheila's desk and gave her a tape player with an ear-phone that provided a random-tone prompt.Each time she heard the tone,Sheila asked herself "Am I paying attention?",then placed a check mark in the "yes" or "no" column on the sheet.This is an example of
A)self-instruction.
B)self-monitoring.
C)self-control.
D)self-reinforcement.

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This is an example of self-monitoring because Sheila is keeping track of her own behavior and whether or not she is paying attention using the check mark system. Self-instruction involves teaching oneself what to do or say in a particular situation, self-control involves regulating one's own behavior, and self-reinforcement involves rewarding oneself for desirable behavior. None of these are the best choice for describing the scenario described.

Sheila Has Difficulty Paying Attention in Class