Behavior Chain with a Limited Hold

A Behavior Chain with a Limited Hold is a sequence of behaviors that must be completed in a specific order and within a specified time limit to receive reinforcement. If the chain of behaviors is not completed within the set time frame, reinforcement is withheld.

Example:

A student is being taught to wash their hands. The behavior chain includes steps like turning on the faucet, getting soap, scrubbing hands, and drying them. The teacher sets a timer for 30 seconds. If the student completes all the steps within the 30 seconds, they receive reinforcement (like praise or a token). If they take longer than 30 seconds, reinforcement is not provided.

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