In daily life, learning is usually based on a pattern of reinforcement, in which only a portion of all responses are reinforced. This pattern is referred to as __________ reinforcement.
A)incongruent
B)conditional
C)partial
D)semi-continual

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Partial reinforcement refers to a situation in learning where only some of the responses made are followed by reinforcement. This contrasts with continuous reinforcement, where every correct response is reinforced.

In Daily Life, Learning Is Usually Based on a Pattern