In functional analysis, which condition uses escape from demands as the reinforcing consequence?

• A. Sensory
• B. Escape
• C. Attention
• D. Tangible

Answer: (B)

The concept being tested is reinforcement that comes from escaping or avoiding demands. In a functional analysis, the escape condition is when the consequence that strengthens the behavior is the removal or avoidance of task demands. When the individual emits the target behavior, the demand is stopped or eased, providing immediate relief, which makes it more likely the behavior will recur in similar situations. This differs from other conditions where reinforcement comes from getting attention, accessing a tangible item, or experiencing automatic sensory feedback. So the condition that uses escape from demands as the reinforcing consequence is the escape condition.