A Schedule of Reinforcement That Presents a Reinforce If the Behavior

question 76

Multiple Choice

A schedule of reinforcement that presents a reinforce if the behavior occurs in an unpredictable timeframe (e.g., the time before reinforcement varies) is called a _____ schedule, and is best for producing slow and steady responses.

• A) Mixed interval
• B) Variable interval
• C) Rotating interval
• D) Variable ratio

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Definitions:

Psychosocial Development

A theory proposed by Erik Erikson that describes the impact of social experience across the whole lifespan, emphasizing the formation of identity.

Behavior Modification

A formal technique for promoting the frequency of desirable behaviors and decreasing the incidence of unwanted ones.

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a process by which a behavior is strengthened or increased, often through rewards or consequences.

Cognitive Development

The process by which individuals acquire and understand knowledge through thought, experience, and the senses, encompassing learning, memory, problem-solving, and decision-making.