After Nadia spills water all over her painting, her first-grade art teacher gives her some M&Ms to make her feel better. The next time art class meets, Nadia promptly and purposefully spills water. The M&Ms acted as
A. negative reinforcers.
B. an activity preference.
C. positive reinforcers.
D. secondary reinforcers.
Answer: C
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