Which of the following suggestions would probably help you overcome the temptation to choose a short-term reinforcer over a long-term reinforcer?
A) Reward yourself with the short-term reinforcer before you perform the behaviors that will lead to reinforcement in the long term.
B) Focus your attention on the delayed, long-term reinforcer.
C) Strengthen your resolve by surrounding yourself with stimuli that remind you of the short-term reinforcer.
D) Avoid making an advance commitment to the long-term goal and adopt a flexible approach to maximizing available reinforcement.

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Focusing on the delayed, long-term reinforcer can help override the pull of the immediate, short-term reinforcer. This can be done by visualizing the long-term goal, setting up reminders, creating a plan, and breaking down the goal into smaller, more manageable steps. Option A would reinforce the tendency to choose the shorter-term reinforcer. Option C would increase the salience of the short-term reinforcer. Option D would decrease commitment to the long-term goal, making it easier to give in to short-term temptations.

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