Mr.Quinones,a fifth-grade teacher,gives a blue plastic star to each student who achieves a high score on a math or spelling test.At the end of the semester,students can exchange their stars for prizes.Mr.Quinones' strategy illustrates an application of

A) transference.
B) operant conditioning.
C) systematic desensitization.
D) counterconditioning.

Operant Conditioning

An approach to behavior modification that relies on the leveraging of rewards or the infliction of punishments to adjust behavior levels.

Token Economy

A behavior modification system that utilizes tokens as a form of currency for positive behaviors, which can later be exchanged for desired rewards or privileges.

Systematic Desensitization

A type of behavioral therapy used to gradually reduce phobic reactions and anxiety through counterconditioning.