Using a Small Number of Participants Makes It Easier for a Researcher

question 29

True/False

Using a small number of participants makes it easier for a researcher to control for extraneous factors.

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Definitions:

Fixed-Interval Reinforcement

A schedule in operant conditioning where rewards are provided after a specified time period has elapsed, regardless of the behavior exhibited.

Variable-Interval Reinforcement

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed, which increases the consistency of the response.

Variable-Ratio Reinforcement

A reinforcement strategy in operant conditioning where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, leading to high and steady response rates.

Fixed-Ratio Reinforcement

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses, often resulting in a high and steady rate of response.