Which of the following is true of the use of contrived reinforcers in a clinical setting?
A) It is important to consistently maintain them within that setting.
B) An attempt will often be made to withdraw them over time.
C) It is hoped that the behavior will eventually become trapped by the natural contingencies in that environment.
D) Both b and c are correct.

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Contrived reinforcers are often used initially to encourage the development of new behaviors or to strengthen existing ones. Over time, the goal is to reduce or eliminate these artificial reinforcers as the behavior becomes maintained by natural contingencies in the environment, indicating that both B and C are correct.

Which of the Following Is True of the Use of Contrived