Question

extinction occurs as behavior ______ due to lack of reinforcement. a. immediately stops b. tends to fluctuate c. gradually strengthens d. gradually diminishes please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Explanation:

In behavior - learning theory, extinction of a behavior occurs when there is no reinforcement, and the behavior gradually fades or diminishes over time, not immediately stops, fluctuates, or strengthens.

Answer:

D. gradually diminishes