A reinforcer that is reinforcing in and of itself is called a ________ reinforcer.

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A primary reinforcer refers to a reinforcer that is innately satisfying and does not require any learning or conditioning to be reinforcing. Examples include food, water, and sexual stimulation. Direct and delayed reinforcers do not relate to whether the reinforcer is inherently satisfying, while secondary reinforcers are reinforcing because of their association with a primary reinforcer.

A Reinforcer That Is Reinforcing in and of Itself Is