Asked by Li-Yun Chang on May 28, 2024
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A primary reinforcer is an event that a person knows is good.
Primary Reinforcer
An innately satisfying stimulus, such as food or comfort, that fulfills a basic biological need and does not require learning to be effective.
- Identify the distinctions between primary and secondary reinforcers and how they influence behavior.
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Zybrea KnightJun 04, 2024
Final Answer :
False
Explanation :
A primary reinforcer is innately satisfying or desirable, not because a person has learned to see it as good, but because it fulfills a basic biological need or drive, such as food, water, or sleep.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the distinctions between primary and secondary reinforcers and how they influence behavior.