The steady, rapid responding of a person playing a slot machine is an example of the pattern of responding typically generated on a_______schedule.
Correct answer: B. variable-ratio
- A. Fixed-ratio
- B. variable-ratio
- C. Fixed-interval
- D. variable-interval
Explanation
A slot machine pays after an unpredictable number of responses, which defines a variable-ratio schedule. This schedule typically produces rapid, steady responding and strong resistance to extinction.
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