When reinforcement for each approximation of the target behavior is eliminated ____________ occurs,and a ____________ behavior is then reinforced.
A) an extinction burst;novel
B) spontaneous recovery;desirable
C) punishment;desirable
D) conditioning;prior

Question

When reinforcement for each approximation of the target behavior is eliminated ____________ occurs,and a ____________ behavior is then reinforced.​
A) ​an extinction burst;novel
B) spontaneous recovery;desirable​
C) ​punishment;desirable
D) ​conditioning;prior

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When reinforcement for each approximation of the target behavior is eliminated, an extinction burst occurs. This burst is an increase in the frequency, intensity, or duration of the behavior. This burst is followed by a novel behavior that is then reinforced intermittently.

When Reinforcement for Each Approximation of the Target Behavior Is