A primary reinforcer has______reinforcing properties; a secondary reinforcer has______reinforcing properties.
Correct answer: A. biological; acquired
- A. biological; acquired
- B. conditioned; unconditioned
- C. weak; potent
- D. immediate; delayed
Explanation
Primary reinforcers are effective because of biological needs, such as food or water, while secondary reinforcers acquire value through learning, such as money or praise.
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