For Maximum Effectiveness, When Operantly Conditioning a Behaviour, the Reinforcer

question 270

Multiple Choice

For maximum effectiveness, when operantly conditioning a behaviour, the reinforcer should be presented ________ the target behaviour.

• A) at the same time as
• B) several minutes after
• C) immediately before
• D) immediately after

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