In daily life,learning is usually based on 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 involves reinforcing only a portion of all responses, rather than every response (continuous reinforcement). This pattern can often result in more resistant behavior as the individual learns that rewards are not always guaranteed, therefore maintaining the behavior even when reinforcement is not consistently given.

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