What are transitive conditioned motivating operations (CMO-T)? When a stimulus establishes or abolishes the need for another stimulus. In other words, the presence of the CMO-T increases or decreases the value of another stimulus as a reinforcer. When this type of CMO is present, you are going to want to try to obtain another stimulus, or get rid of a stimulus in response.
Transitive Conditioned Motivating Operation Example: You are given a steak at a restaurant. The steak increases the value of a steak knife.
Transitive Conditioned Motivating Operation Example: You are given a piece of paper, but do not have a writing utensil. The value of the writing utensil increases.