Which principle focuses on reinforcing high-probability behaviors to encourage low-probability behaviors?

The Premack Principle is fundamentally about using a preferred behavior to reinforce a less preferred behavior. This principle suggests that if a person is more likely to engage in a particular behavior (high-probability behavior), that behavior can be used as a reward to motivate them to perform a less likely behavior (low-probability behavior). Essentially, it is premised on the idea that engaging in a desired or enjoyable activity can increase the likelihood of completing a more challenging or less desirable task.

For instance, if a child enjoys playing video games (the high-probability behavior) but is reluctant to do homework (the low-probability behavior), allowing them to play video games after they finish their homework can be an effective way to encourage homework completion. This leverages the child’s desire for the high-probability behavior to promote engagement in the low-probability behavior.

The other principles mentioned focus on different aspects of behavior modification. The Prompting Principle involves providing cues or guidance to prompt a desired response; the Chaining Principle refers to linking multiple behaviors together in a sequence; and the Fading Principle concerns gradually reducing prompts as a behavior becomes more established. Each of these principles serves distinct purposes within behavioral training but does not explicitly employ the strategy of using