What is typically the value of tokens in a token economy?

In a token economy, tokens generally serve as symbolic representations of value rather than possessing high intrinsic worth. They are typically designed to be easy to accumulate and exchange within the structured environment of the program. Because tokens have little inherent value outside the context of the economy, they rely on the system's structure to facilitate behavior reinforcement and motivation. The tokens can be 'traded' for rewards or privileges, making their primary purpose related to behavior management rather than financial considerations. This design encourages students to engage in desired behaviors knowing that they can earn tokens, which they can later exchange for something they value.

The other options do not accurately represent the nature of tokens in a token economy. They are not inherently valuable or even educational in themselves, nor are they equivalent to cash; their function is more about facilitating a system of reward rather than holding value independently as currency would.