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Thony Tupas
on Nov 02, 2024Verified
A fixed-interval schedule of reinforcement is one in which a response is reinforced only after a(n)
A) unpredictable time period has elapsed.
B) specified time period has elapsed.
C) specified number of responses has been made.
D) unpredictable number of responses has been made.
Fixed-Interval Schedule
In operant conditioning, a reinforcement schedule that reinforces a response only after a specified time has elapsed.
Specified Time Period
A distinct duration or length of time that has been determined or requested for a particular purpose or event.
Response Is Reinforced
A process in learning where the likelihood of a behavior's occurrence is increased by following it with a positive outcome or reward.
- Elucidate the differences in reinforcement schedules (fixed-ratio, variable-ratio, fixed-interval, variable-interval) and their consequential effects on behavior.
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Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the differences in reinforcement schedules (fixed-ratio, variable-ratio, fixed-interval, variable-interval) and their consequential effects on behavior.