Compared to the continuous reinforcement schedule, partial-reinforcement schedules
a. produce much higher rates of responding during acquisition.
b. result in many more responses during subsequent extinction..
c. are less resistant to extinction.
d. are much more effective for use in shaping.
b. result in many more responses during subsequent extinction..
Answer feedback: Partial reinforcement produces greater resistance to extinction than continuous reinforcement, including a much larger number of responses before the extinction criterion is reached.
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