The Independent Variables $x _ { 1 }$ And $x _ { 2 }$

question 95

True/False

The independent variables $x _ { 1 }$ and $x _ { 2 }$ interact when the effect on $E ( y )$ of a change in $x _ { 1 }$ depends on $x _ { 2 }$ .

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavior modification technique where the removal of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus strengthens or increases the likelihood of a specific response or behavior.

Variable-Interval Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in which the behavior is reinforced after an unpredictable amount of time has passed, creating a steady, consistent response rate.

Fixed-Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses, often used in behaviorist research and theories.

Fixed-Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has elapsed, commonly used in behavioral psychology.