In Order to Determine a Cause and Effect Relationship,a __________

question 5

Multiple Choice

In order to determine a cause and effect relationship,a __________ must be used.

• A)case study
• B)manipulative experiment
• C)descriptive study
• D)survey

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Definitions:

Variable-Ratio Reinforcement Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in which the number of responses required for a reward varies, leading to high and consistent rates of response.

Fixed-Interval Reinforcement

A reinforcement schedule in which rewards are delivered at consistent, predetermined intervals of time, promoting a pattern of behavior.

Tantrums

Explosive emotional outbursts, often characterized by yelling, crying, and anger, typically seen in children but can occur at any age.

Variable-Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, leading to a high and steady rate of response.