You Are Watching a Rat Pressing a Lever in a Skinner

question 43

Multiple Choice

You are watching a rat pressing a lever in a Skinner box to obtain food pellets. The rat pauses for a long time after each food pellet is delivered, but slowly increases its rate of lever pressing as more time elapses. In this example, the reinforcement schedule that is in place is MOST likely

• A) a variable-ratio schedule.
• B) a fixed-interval schedule.
• C) a variable-interval schedule.
• D) a fixed-ratio schedule.

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Informal Group

A naturally occurring group formed by individuals within an organization based on personal relationships and common interests.

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indicates a group characterized by strong bonds and unity among its members, often leading to improved cooperation and performance.

Informal Group

A group formed naturally by individuals within an organization based on personal relationships or shared interests rather than structured, official assignments.

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Activities or tasks that contribute to the creation of goods or services and have economic value.