Primary reinforcers differ from secondary reinforcers in that
A) they are never negative reinforcers.
B) their value does not have to be learned.
C) they can be used for both humans and other animals.
D) they are always positive reinforcers.

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Primary reinforcers are naturally reinforcing and do not require learning or conditioning, such as food, water, and warmth. Secondary reinforcers, on the other hand, are learned through association with primary reinforcers or other secondary reinforcers and their value is not inherent. Therefore, B is the correct answer as it accurately distinguishes between primary and secondary reinforcers. The other options are not necessarily true for primary reinforcers.

Primary Reinforcers Differ from Secondary Reinforcers in That