Extinction will be most rapid after a history of ____ reinforcement.
A) variable-ratio
B) variable-interval
C) fixed-ratio
D) continuous

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Continuous reinforcement schedules, where a behavior is reinforced every time it occurs, lead to faster extinction once the reinforcement stops. This is because the expectation for reward becomes very strong, and when it is not met, the behavior quickly decreases.

Extinction Will Be Most Rapid After a History of ____