Knowledge Gained in ________ Studies Can Also Feed Back to Basic

question 31

Multiple Choice

Knowledge gained in ________ studies can also feed back to basic researchers to help them refine their theories about how behavior works.

• A) complex
• B) basic
• C) confirmation
• D) applied

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Definitions:

Fixed-Interval Reinforcement

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded only after a specified time has elapsed, leading to a pattern of responses following the passage of each interval.

Variable-Interval Reinforcement

A reinforcement schedule in which a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed.

Continuous Reinforcement

A learning schedule in which every correct response is followed by a reward, thus reinforcing the behavior consistently.

Partial Reinforcement

A conditioning schedule where only some responses are reinforced, leading to greater resistance to extinction.