Question

For each cart of books that Spencer reshelves in the prison library, he receives a chip. He is allowed to collect chips and then trade them in for candy, extra recreation time, or visitation time. The prison uses a token economy, which is a method of_____________.

Answer 1

Answer: behavior modification

Explanation:

The token system is a method used in behavior modification to reinforce desirable behavior and reduce unwanted behavior. Reinforcement is in the form of a valuable item which is given to the individual whose behavior is being modified. This reward/token can be used within the system, but is usually not a valid form of exchange outside the system. For example, while the chip used here is a suitable form of token, money is not.