When working with animals, foods tends to be a _________reinforcer, while the feeder noises are considered to be ________ reinforcers.
A) primary; secondary
B) secondary; primary
C) biological; environmental
D) innate; learned

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Food is a primary reinforcer because it is a biologically important item necessary for survival. Feeder noises, on the other hand, are a secondary reinforcer because they have been associated with the delivery of the primary reinforcer (food) and have acquired their reinforcing properties through classical conditioning.

When Working with Animals, Foods Tends to Be a _________Reinforcer