In this episode, the BC(BAes), Melina and Jordan, tackle the tricky topic of Conditioned Motivating Operations (CMOs)—a concept that often leaves BCBA candidates scratching their heads during the exam. But fear not! The hosts break it down with simple explanations and relatable, real-life examples that make understanding CMOs a breeze.Whether you’re studying for the BCBA exam or looking to deepen your knowledge, this episode will help you identify how CMOs show up in our everyday lives and why they’re so important in behavior analysis. Tune in for clarity, laughs, and actionable insights!Episode Chapters:0:00 - Intro & Catch Up with Melina and Jordan0:45 - What is a CMO?1:24 - Understanding Conditioned Motivating Operations (CMO)2:45 - CMO-R: Reflexive4:48 - Examples of CMO-R7:27 - CMO-S: Surrogate10:46 - Examples of CMO-S12:38 - CMO-T: Transitive14:29 - Examples of CMO-T16:29 - Everyday Applications of CMOs17:46 - Closing RemarksFollow Us on Social Media:TikTok: @the.bcbaesInstagram: @thebcbaes#BCBA #ABA #BehaviorAnalysis #AppliedBehaviorAnalysis #TheBCBAesPodcast #CMO #ConditionedMotivatingOperations #CMOR #CMOS #CMOT #BCBATestPrep #RBT #BCBAExam #BehaviorModification #ABATherapy #DiversityInABAThanks for watching! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful discussions and practical ABA tips from The BC(BAes)!