An Essential Element of a Contingency Contract in the Classroom

question 55

Multiple Choice

An essential element of a contingency contract in the classroom is that:

• A) Behaviors are reinforced at least once a day.
• B) Every student receives the same reinforcer.
• C) Both teacher and student agree upon the desired behavior and its consequence.
• D) Every student has a contract concerning the same behavior.

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