The Theory That the Partial Reinforcement Extinction Effect Is Due

question 36

Multiple Choice

The theory that the partial reinforcement extinction effect is due to learning to respond when nonreward is expected is

• A)the frustration theory.
• B)the sequential theory.
• C)the discrimination hypothesis.
• D)the fear-avoidance theory.

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