A ________ Is Usually Less Massive Than Its Companion Feature

question 29

Short Answer

A ________ is usually less massive than its companion feature, the stalagmite.

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Definitions:

Schedule of Reinforcement

The plan for timing and frequency of reinforcement given to subjects in a conditioning experiment to establish or modify behavior.

Variable Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, promoting high and steady response rates.

Fixed Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has elapsed, in behavior studies.

Punishment by Removal

A behavior modification technique involving the withdrawal of a desirable stimulus to decrease the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.