"The Boer War Was a Precursor and a Paradigm of Later

question 47

Essay

"The Boer War was a precursor and a paradigm of later twentieth century wars." Discuss, pro and con.

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Definitions:

Differential Reinforcement Schedule

A schedule of reinforcement in which a specific number of behaviors must occur within a specified time in order for reinforcement to occur

Variable-Ratio Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in which a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, leading to a high and steady rate of responding because the exact number varies.

Fixed-Ratio Schedule

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

Fixed-interval Schedule

A reinforcement schedule that provides reinforcement for the first response made after a fixed duration of time has passed.