In the Context of Reinforcement Contingencies, Which of the Following

question 48

Multiple Choice

In the context of reinforcement contingencies, which of the following statements is true of extinction?

• A) It weakens behavior by removing a positive consequence.
• B) It is also known as avoidance learning.
• C) It strengthens behavior by withholding an unpleasant consequence.
• D) It is a type of negative reinforcement.

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