Which of the following is a secondary reinforcer?
A)money
B)a bar of candy
C)attention
D)a drink of water

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Money is a secondary reinforcer because it acquires its reinforcing quality through its association with primary reinforcers such as food, water, and shelter. It has no inherent value but becomes valuable because it can be exchanged for primary reinforcers. B is a primary reinforcer because it is a direct source of pleasure or reward. C is also a secondary reinforcer because it may acquire its reinforcing quality through its association with primary reinforcers such as food or attention. D is a primary reinforcer because it satisfies a basic biological need.

Which of the Following Is a Secondary Reinforcer