Max's teacher is baffled as to why Max continually acts out during math class. When he acts out, Max is sent to the main office, where the office manager allows Max to play with one of the "fidget toys" in the office. The acting out behavior is increasing. From a behavioral perspective, what can be said about the role of the office manager in Max's behavior?

The office manager is inadvertently reinforcing Max's acting out behavior.

The office manager is not likely to be playing any role in Max's behavior.

The office manager is not paying enough attention to Max, which is causing him to act out for attention.

The office manager is providing an outlet for Max to express his internal conflict.