Noun. co·tan·gent (ˌ)kō-ˈtan-jənt. ˈkō-ˌtan- 1. : a trigonometric function that for an acute angle is the ratio between the leg adjacent to the angle when it is considered part of a right triangle and the leg opposite.
Contingent means that an event may or may not occur in the future, depending on the fulfillment of some condition that is uncertain. This term is often used in contracts where the event will not take effect until the specified condition occurs.
The buyer has to provide one, or more, signed Contingency Removal forms. Each one removing, or more, of the contract contingencies. Once the buyer has removed all of them in writing, they may no longer receive a refund of their deposit.
Contingent reinforcement is based on specific behaviors, while noncontingent reinforcement is delivered on a set schedule, regardless of behavior. Imagine you're working with a learner who struggles with disruptive behaviors during class time.
The most common way to shorten or extend a contingency period is to create a contingency period addendum and have all parties sign off on it before it expires, in escrow.
We want to help you prepare for the worst-case scenario, which is why we created this straightforward guide to three types of contingencies: Design contingencies. Bidding contingencies. Construction contingencies.