Which of the following statements is true of reinforcers?
a. A primary reinforcer may be ineffective if the person is not in a deprived state.
b. A secondary reinforcer is less effective than a primary reinforcer in controlling behavior.
c. Money is a powerful primary reinforcer.
d. Comfortable air temperature would be an example of an effective secondary reinforcer.
Answer: a
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