The Current Exchange Rates Show That C$1

question 253

Multiple Choice

The current exchange rates show that C$1.00 = £0.6370. If you have C$250, what is the equivalent amount in British pounds?

• A) £392.46
• B) £105
• C) £159.25
• D) £430.97
• E) £200

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Definitions:

Variable-interval

In operant conditioning, a reinforcement schedule in which a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed.

Fixed-ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses.

Variable-ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, making it a powerful maintenance strategy.

Conditioned Reinforcer

A stimulus that has acquired the capacity to strengthen desirable behavior through its association with a primary reinforcer.