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Principles of Reinforcement Schedule Quiz

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#1

Which reinforcement schedule is associated with providing reinforcement after a fixed number of responses?

Fixed Ratio (FR)
Explanation

Reinforcement after fixed number of responses.

#2

In which reinforcement schedule is the timing of reinforcement unpredictable, but the average time between reinforcements remains constant?

Variable Interval (VI)
Explanation

Unpredictable timing with constant average time.

#3

Which reinforcement schedule involves providing reinforcement after a varying number of responses, with the average number of responses required for reinforcement staying constant?

Variable Ratio (VR)
Explanation

Varying responses with constant average.

#4

What is the primary advantage of a variable ratio reinforcement schedule?

It produces a steady rate of responding.
Explanation

Consistent rate of response.

#5

Which reinforcement schedule is most resistant to extinction?

Variable Ratio (VR)
Explanation

High resistance to extinction.

#6

Which reinforcement schedule is most effective for shaping behavior?

Variable Ratio (VR)
Explanation

Highly effective in behavior shaping.

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