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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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