In operant conditioning,_____ occurs when a behavior is no longer reinforced and decreases in frequency.
A)extinction
B)acquisition
C)discrimination
D)preparedness

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Extinction is the process in operant conditioning where a behavior that was previously reinforced is no longer reinforced, leading to a decrease in its frequency. This can happen in various ways, such as withholding rewards or punishments or removing incentives.

In Operant Conditioning,_____ Occurs When a Behavior Is No Longer