The Premack principle says that reinforcement involves _______.
A) a reduction in drive
B) an increase in the potency of a behavior
C) a relation between behaviors
D) a satisfying state of affairs

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The Premack principle, also known as the relativity theory of reinforcement, states that a more probable behavior can be used to reinforce a less probable behavior. In other words, the reinforcement involves a relationship between behaviors, which is described in choice C. The other options are not accurate descriptions of the Premack principle - A may be associated with drive reduction theory, B with the concept of behavioral priming or potentiation, and D with general satisfaction or hedonic principles, but not with the Premack principle specifically.

The Premack Principle Says That Reinforcement Involves _______