Secondary reinforcers
A) satisfy biological needs.
B) acquire reinforcing qualities through association with primary reinforcers.
C) are reinforced on intermittent schedules of reinforcement.
D) are less important than primary reinforcers.

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Secondary reinforcers do not satisfy biological needs themselves. Rather, they acquire reinforcing qualities because of their association with primary reinforcers such as food or water. This association makes them reinforcing to the individual. Intermittent schedules of reinforcement are used for both primary and secondary reinforcers as a way to maintain behavior. While primary reinforcers may be more immediately important for survival, secondary reinforcers can have a significant influence on behavior through their association with primary reinforcers.

Secondary Reinforcers