Assignment 1
- State and define the two types of Motivating Operations.
- Provide 2 examples to illustrate each type of Motivating Operation (MO). Note: you should submit 4 examples in total.
- When you explain your examples, be sure to specify the two effects of the motivating operation in the example with respect to (1) the value of the consequence and (2) the frequency of the associated behaviors.
- You must include at least one image (graph, flowchart, etc.) to visually support your examples.
- Label each part of your image (i.e., the MOs, the Sds, the behaviors, the consequences, etc.).
Note: Be sure to come up with your own examples and explanations. You can generate ideas from online research, but you SHOULD NOT simply copy something you found online. This is considered to be plagiarism.
Please note: Your assignment should be submitted in a Word Document format using Times New Roman 12. The assignment must use APA format (See link to APA publication style in the course site resources.) Please include an appropriate heading on your paper and references to support methods or procedures used.
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