In the Above Decision Tree,Peter Picks First and Anita Picks

question 144

Multiple Choice

In the above decision tree,Peter picks first and Anita picks second.Peter and Anita both know the payoffs to each choice for both themselves and each other.
-Refer to the decision tree above.For Anita,it is better to

• A) always cheat.
• B) cheat if Peter cheats.
• C) always remain faithful.
• D) cheat if Peter is faithful.
• E) remain faithful if Peter cheats.

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Definitions:

Variable Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, enhancing motivation to respond.

Fixed Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is only rewarded after a specified number of responses. It is often used in behavioral psychology.

Variable Interval

A reinforcement schedule where rewards are given after unpredictable time intervals, leading to moderate but steady response rates.

Fixed Interval

In operant conditioning, a schedule of reinforcement where the first response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has elapsed.