When reinforcement for a behavior is withheld, an extinction burst is common. This extinction burst is a(n) ____
a. ?rapid decrease in the behavior
b. ?emotional reaction indicating that the organism is not happy with the situation
c. ?period of time in which the behavior is not exhibited at all followed by a recurrence
d. ?temporary increase in the behavior
ANSWER:
d
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