Which Example Illustrates the Use of a Primary Reinforcer

question 103

Multiple Choice

Which example illustrates the use of a primary reinforcer?

• A)a twenty-dollar bill slipped to Gary by his dad.
• B)a chuckle from a friend when Gary makes a joke.
• C)a plate of spaghetti when Gary is hungry.
• D)a trophy for Gary for winning a miniature golf tournament.

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Definitions:

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Corpus Luteum

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