Question

In daily life, learning is usually based on a pattern of reinforcement, in which only a portion of all responses are reinforced. this pattern is referred to as ________ reinforcement.

Answer 1

This pattern is referred to as partial reinforcement.
It means that the person presenting you with reinforcement is not using its entirety, but rather only a portion is used in order to reinforce you and your actions and thoughts. It might make some of your habits stronger.