As a reward for completing his assignment two weeks ahead of schedule, Scott rewarded himself with a long vacation. The reward is a(n) _____.
A) vicarious reinforcer
B) negative reinforcer
C) self-reinforcer
D) relative reinforcer
E) absolute reinforcer

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Self-reinforcers are any desired or attractive outcomes or rewards that people can give to themselves for good performance, such as a feeling of accomplishment, going to a movie, having dinner out, buying a new CD, or taking time out for a golf game.

As a Reward for Completing His Assignment Two Weeks Ahead