In a Positive Contrast Effect, a Decrease in the Rate

question 61

Multiple Choice

In a positive contrast effect, a decrease in the rate of _____ on one component of a multiple schedule is followed by an increase in the rate of _____ on the other component.

• A) reinforcement; response
• B) response; reinforcement
• C) response; response
• D) reinforcement; reinforcement

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