Which of the following is not a potential problem of an extinction program?
A)The behavior may get worse before it gets better.
B)The program may produce aggression by the person whose behavior is being extinguished.
C)Spontaneous recovery may occur.
D)Other reinforced behaviors will also decrease in frequency.

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Other reinforced behaviors will not necessarily decrease in frequency as a result of an extinction program, as they are being reinforced by different stimuli or situations than the behavior that is being targeted for extinction. The other options (A, B, and C) are all potential problems of an extinction program.

Which of the Following Is Not a Potential Problem of an Extinction