Tommy writes a behavioral contract with his parents which states he can go to a movie on weekends if he completes his school assignments.During the week Tommy tells himself,"Do your assignments so you can go to a movie on the weekend." When Tommy makes this statement,it cues him to do his assignments.This is an example of ____________ behavior.

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​Tommy writes a behavioral contract with his parents which states he can go to a movie on weekends if he completes his school assignments.During the week Tommy tells himself,"Do your assignments so you can go to a movie on the weekend." When Tommy makes this statement,it cues him to do his assignments.This is an example of ____________ behavior.

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This is an example of rule-governed behavior, as Tommy has set a specific rule for himself (i.e., complete school assignments to go to a movie on weekends) and uses that rule to guide his behavior during the week.

​Tommy Writes a Behavioral Contract with His Parents Which States

Tommy Writes a Behavioral Contract with His Parents Which States