Operant conditioning is typically MOST effective when the consequences are _____.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Operant conditioning is most effective when the consequences are immediate. This means that a behavior should be followed by a reward or punishment right away for the conditioning to be effective. Delayed consequences may not be as effective because the person or animal may not connect the consequence with the behavior that was exhibited.

Operant Conditioning Is Typically MOST Effective When the Consequences Are