AP Psychologymediummcq1 pt
The partial reinforcement effect refers to
A.intermittently reinforced behavior resisting extinction
B.partial rewards being ineffective
C.reward size mattering most
D.punishment accelerating learning
Explanation
Core Concept
Behaviors trained on partial schedules persist far longer without reward than continuously reinforced ones.
Correct Answer
Aintermittently reinforced behavior resisting extinction
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