Which of the following helps to explain the maintenance of problem behaviours, like staying in an abusive relationship?

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Partial reinforcement can explain the maintenance of problem behaviors because sometimes the behavior is reinforced (rewarded) sometimes but not always, making it difficult to extinguish the behavior completely. In the case of an abusive relationship, the victim may stay because sometimes they receive love and affection from the abuser, but they may also experience abuse and mistreatment. This intermittent reinforcement can make it difficult for the victim to leave the relationship. The other options do not apply to the maintenance of problem behaviors in this context.

Which of the Following Helps to Explain the Maintenance of Problem