Karl plays cards for several hours a day and spends only a few minutes studying. According to the Premack principle,
A) playing cards could be used as a reinforcer for studying.
B) studying could be used as a reinforcer for playing cards.
C) playing cards could be used as a punisher for studying.
D) Both b and c are correct.

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The Premack Principle suggests that more probable behaviors (those performed more frequently or with greater inherent appeal) can reinforce less probable behaviors. Since Karl plays cards more often and presumably enjoys it more than studying, playing cards can serve as a reinforcer for studying.

Karl Plays Cards for Several Hours a Day and Spends