Answer and Explanation:
Subject: Sleepover
Hi Amirul,
It is so nice to hear from you! Yes, I will be there for the sleepover, and I'll make sure to bring my board games and comic books. I can't wait to see you and our friends. Will you please write to me letting me know the date and time?
I can imagine how you feel. Sudden changes like this one are never easy. But give it some time. You may soon realise there are several advantages to living in a condo. For instance, it is much safer than a house. Also, you will get to meet new people and make new friends.
See you soon!
Rajan
Answer:
A). Shaping.
Explanation:
As per the given description of Marc's behavior and his mother's attitude to amend his habits exemplify that his mother is employing 'shaping' as it would establish his behavior which was previously not performed. This concept was first defined by B.F. Skinner who was a leading psychologist advocating 'behaviorism'. 'Shaping' is quite commonly employed by teachers and mothers to inculcate or <em>reinforce certain behavior in kids that would help them to perform better and reach nearer to their targets.</em> Similarly, Marc's mother is reinforcing 'successive approximations' to instill a behavioral change in him and attain the desired goal(when Marc begins to do his homework regularly). Thus, <u>option A</u> is the correct answer.
