It is important to consider the setting in which extinction will be carried out in order to:
A)capitalize on use of instructions
B)minimize the influence of alternative reinforcers on the undesirable behavior
C)put the undesirable behavior on intermittent reinforcement before introducing extinction
D)minimize spontaneous recovery

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Minimizing the influence of alternative reinforcers on the undesirable behavior can increase the effectiveness of extinction by reducing the availability of alternative sources of reinforcement that could maintain the behavior. Considering the setting can also help identify potential alternative sources of reinforcement and allow for modifications to the environment to minimize their impact on the behavior. The other options presented (A, C, and D) could also be relevant considerations in planning for extinction, but are not as directly related to the setting.

It Is Important to Consider the Setting in Which Extinction