Josiah Checks His Email Several Times Throughout the Day

question 140

Multiple Choice

Josiah checks his email several times throughout the day. Some days there is mail each time he checks; sometimes several days go by with no new messages arriving. In this example, Josiah's behavior of checking his email is being reinforced on  a _____ schedule.

• A)variable-interval
• B)fixed-ratio
• C)fixed-interval
• D)variable-ratio

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Definitions:

Preschool Years

This period refers to the early stage in a child's life before they begin compulsory education, typically ranging from ages 3 to 5.

Form Of Media

Various means of communication and expression, including print, digital, and broadcast formats, that reach or influence people widely.

Rough-And-Tumble

A form of play involving physical activities like running, jumping, and play fighting, often seen among children and characterized by its social and developmental benefits.

Sociodramatic

Relating to a form of play where children enact roles and scenarios from life, developing social and cognitive skills.