Bob has learned that he can usually get what he wants from his parents if he keeps whining for something
One day Bob starts whining in the toy store because he wants a GI Joe action figure. His father refuses to give it to him and ignores his whining. What will happen?
A) Generalization
B) Extinction
C) Spontaneous recovery
D) Negative reinforcement
Answer: B
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