Compared with continuous reinforcement,intermittent reinforcement is associated with
A) slower acquisition and faster extinction.
B) faster acquisition and slower extinction.
C) faster acquisition and faster extinction.
D) slower acquisition and slower extinction.

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Intermittent reinforcement leads to slower acquisition of a behavior because the reinforcement is not given every time the behavior is performed. However, it also leads to slower extinction of the behavior because the individual does not quickly learn that the behavior is no longer being reinforced, making the behavior more persistent over time.

Compared with Continuous Reinforcement,intermittent Reinforcement Is Associated with