Dog trainers pair the sound of a clicker with treats so they can influence a dog's behavior without having to provide a treat every time. In this situation, the treat serves as a _____ and the clicker serves as a _____ to influence the dog's behavior.

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The treat is a primary reinforcer because it satisfies a biological need, while the clicker is a secondary reinforcer because it becomes associated with the primary reinforcer (the treat) and gains the ability to influence behavior.

Dog Trainers Pair the Sound of a Clicker with Treats