Every time he drinks,Boris has a painful hangover the morning after.But he continues to drink because just a single drink reduces his anxiety.Boris' continued drinking illustrates the power of
A) generalization.
B) spontaneous recovery.
C) extinction.
D) immediate reinforcement.

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Boris' behavior of drinking is being reinforced by the immediate reduction of anxiety he experiences after having a single drink. This immediate reinforcement is maintaining his behavior of continuing to drink despite the negative consequences.

Every Time He Drinks,Boris Has a Painful Hangover the Morning