In operant conditioning, the Premack Principle states that:
A) Punishment is ineffective.
B) Primary reinforcers are used to reinforce desirable behavior.
C) Punishment is effective when paired with an adversive stimulus.
D) Acquiring a desired behavior from an individual can be effectively
used as a reinforcer for another, less desirable activity.
E) More desirable behavior can be achieved through positive reinforcement.
Answer: D