A _____________ reinforcement schedule is one in which the desired behavior is reinforced only part of the time.
A) partial
B) parallel
C) positive
D) probabilistic

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A partial reinforcement schedule is one in which reinforcement of the desired behavior is not provided every time it is performed. This type of reinforcement can be based on the number of responses that occur (ratio) or the time that has elapsed (interval). Partial reinforcement can actually lead to stronger and more consistent behavior than continuous reinforcement, as individuals become more persistent in their efforts to receive the reward.

A _____________ Reinforcement Schedule Is One in Which the Desired