The idea that reinforcers can be behaviors, and not stimuli, is central to which reinforcement approach?
A) incentive motivation
B) brain stimulation
C) the Premack Principle
D) drive reduction

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The Premack Principle states that a high probability behavior can be used to reinforce a low probability behavior. In other words, behaviors can be used as reinforcers for other behaviors. This approach focuses on the contingency between behaviors, rather than on external stimuli, making it the correct choice for this question.

The Idea That Reinforcers Can Be Behaviors, and Not Stimuli