After a period of extinction,a temporary increase in the rate of responding is called:
A) spontaneous recovery
B) extinction
C) discrimination
D) generalization

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Spontaneous recovery occurs when a previously extinct behavior briefly reappears after a period of time has passed since the last occurrence of the behavior. This increase in responding is temporary and typically occurs soon after extinction. Options B, C, and D are incorrect. Extinction refers to the weakening or disappearance of a behavior due to the lack of reinforcement. Discrimination refers to the ability to differentiate between different stimuli and respond differently to each. Generalization refers to the tendency for a behavior to occur in response to similar stimuli.

After a Period of Extinction,a Temporary Increase in the Rate