Which of the basic reinforcement schedules produces steady responses at a moderate rate?
a. fixed interval
b. variable interval
c. variable ratio
d. fixed ratio
Ans: b. variable interval.
In this schedule, reinforcement is contingent upon the first response after a varying, unpredictable period of time. The subject will keep responding with little urgency or post-reinforcement pause.
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