Identify a True Statement About the Types of Reinforcers

question 77

Multiple Choice

Identify a true statement about the types of reinforcers.

• A)The short-term consequences of behavior often provide more of an incentive than the long-term consequences.
• B)Delayed reinforcers are more effective than immediate reinforcers.
• C)A primary reinforcer acquires its value through association with established reinforcers.
• D)The effectiveness of a primary reinforcer is based on learning.

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