Selecting the Exception Four of the Five Answers Listed Below

question 27

Multiple Choice

Selecting the Exception Four of the five answers listed below are functionally connected to each other. Select the exception.

• A) hammer
• B) pinna
• C) stirrup
• D) anvil
• E) tympanic membrane

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Definitions:

Variable-ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, making it highly effective in maintaining behavior.

Fixed-interval

A term in operant conditioning referring to a schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has passed.

Variable-interval

A pattern of reinforcement in which a reward is given after a time period that cannot be predicted has passed.

Partial Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where a response is only sometimes rewarded, leading to stronger behavioral responses.