Secondary reinforcers differ from primary reinforcers in that secondary reinforcers ________.
A) can potentially reinforce or punish behavior
B) do not satisfy physical needs whatsoever
C) do not inherently satisfy physical needs
D) only pertain to intangible objects or events, such as praise

Question

Secondary reinforcers differ from primary reinforcers in that secondary reinforcers ________.
A) can potentially reinforce or punish behavior 
B) do not satisfy physical needs whatsoever
C) do not inherently satisfy physical needs 
D) only pertain to intangible objects or events, such as praise

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Primary reinforcers, such as food and water, inherently satisfy physical needs. Secondary reinforcers, such as praise or money, do not inherently satisfy physical needs but acquire reinforcing value through association with primary reinforcers or other secondary reinforcers.

Secondary Reinforcers Differ from Primary Reinforcers in That Secondary Reinforcers