ABA glossary
Conditioned reinforcer
Also called secondary reinforcer, learned reinforcer
Definition
A once-neutral stimulus that functions as a reinforcer because it has been paired with one or more other reinforcers; also called a secondary or learned reinforcer.
Example from a session
A clicker sound becomes reinforcing after being paired with treats.
Can you spot conditioned reinforcer in a scenario?
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