For Most Nonhuman Organisms, Offering Food After a Desired Response

question 88

Multiple Choice

For most nonhuman organisms, offering food after a desired response will usually serve as a _____ reinforcer.

• A)negative and secondary
• B)positive and secondary
• C)negative and primary
• D)positive and primary

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