Which of the following is true of the application of Skinner's behavioral approach?
A) Till date,it is untried in the real world.
B) It causes significant adverse effects in neurotics and psychotics.
C) It is widely used in schools,correctional institutions,and hospitals.
D) It is more relevant for animals than for humans.

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Skinner's behavioral approach is widely used in schools, correctional institutions, and hospitals. It has been applied successfully in these settings to modify behavior through positive and negative reinforcement, punishment, and extinction. It has also been used in animal training, but it is not limited to animal behavior modification. Till date, it has been tried and tested in real-world situations with demonstrated effectiveness. While there may be potential negative consequences for individuals with certain psychological conditions, it is not generally associated with significant adverse effects in neurotics and psychotics.

Which of the Following Is True of the Application of Skinner's