Which of the following influences the effectiveness of reinforcement?
A) immediacy
B) contingency
C) establishing operations
D) all of these

Question

Which of the following influences the effectiveness of reinforcement?​
A) ​immediacy
B) ​contingency
C) ​establishing operations
D) ​all of these

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

All three factors, immediacy, contingency, and establishing operations, can influence the effectiveness of reinforcement. 
Immediacy refers to the timing of the reinforcement after the behavior. Reinforcing the behavior immediately after it occurs is more effective than delaying the reinforcement. 
Contingency refers to the predictable relationship between the behavior and the reinforcement. Reinforcement is more effective when it is delivered consistently and predictably following the desired behavior. 
Establishing operations are factors that can influence an individual's motivation to engage in a behavior or seek a particular outcome. Reinforcement is more effective when an individual is motivated to seek the reinforcement.

Which of the Following Influences the Effectiveness of Reinforcement?​

Which of the Following Influences the Effectiveness of Reinforcement?