Back-up reinforcers are stimuli that are naturally reinforcing in and of themselves,
such as food for someone who has not eaten for several hours.

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Back-up reinforcers are not naturally reinforcing in and of themselves; they are items or privileges that can be obtained by exchanging tokens or points earned through a token economy system. Natural reinforcers, like food for someone hungry, are inherently rewarding without needing to be exchanged.

Back-Up Reinforcers Are Stimuli That Are Naturally Reinforcing in and of Themselves