When Extinction Occurs for a Positively Reinforced Behavior

question 3

Multiple Choice

When extinction occurs for a positively reinforced behavior:

• A)the aversive stimulus is no longer removed following the behavior
• B)the positive reinforcer is no longer delivered following the behavior
• C)the aversive stimulus is removed following the behavior
• D)the positive reinforcer is delivered following the behavior

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Definitions:

Atomic

Relating to atoms, the basic units of matter that consist of a nucleus surrounded by electrons.

Truth-functional Compound

A compound statement whose truth value is determined by the truth values of its components.

Atomic Open Sentence

A basic, unquantified statement that contains variables and can be true or false depending on the values of these variables.

Compound

Consisting of two or more elements that are combined in a specific way.