The reinforcement schedule that yields the lowest performance is the __________________?
Correct answer: C. fixed-interval schedule
- A. fixed-ration schedule
- B. variable-interval schedule
- C. fixed-interval schedule
- D. verbal-interval-schedule
Explanation
Fixed-interval schedules usually produce the lowest and most uneven response rate, with responding increasing as the expected reinforcement time approaches. Variable-ratio schedules generally produce the highest, most persistent performance.
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