The Partial Reinforcement Extinction Effect Refers to the Finding That

question 76

Multiple Choice

The partial reinforcement extinction effect refers to the finding that subjects that receive partial reinforcement during acquisition are likely to _______, relative to subjects that were always rewarded.

• A) show some extinction or diminished responding during acquisition
• B) respond less and extinguish their responding more rapidly
• C) respond more in acquisition and extinction
• D) show greater responding or more resistance to extinction.

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