When Considering the Feedback Function of a Fixed Interval Schedule

question 22

Multiple Choice

When considering the feedback function of a fixed interval schedule, which of the following is true for a given period?

• A)there is an upper limit on the number of reinforcers a subject can earn.
• B)there is no limit to the number of reinforcers a subject can learn; more responses = more reinforcers.
• C)depending on how the subject responds, it may have a limit or may not have a limit on its number or reinforcers.
• D)it is impossible to determine any of the above.

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Definitions:

Standard Costing

A cost accounting method that assigns expected costs to products, which are then compared with actual costs to measure performance.

Variable Overhead

Overhead costs that fluctuate with changes in production activity levels, such as utilities or materials used in production.

Labour Rate Variance

The difference between the actual cost of labour and the standard or expected cost of labour.

Sales Volume Variances

Sales volume variances represent the difference between the actual quantity of product sold and the expected quantity sold, indicating market performance or operational efficiency.