The __________ Marker Is the Character That Marks the End

question 30

Multiple Choice

The __________ marker is the character that marks the end of a file and is automatically written when the file is closed.

• A) End Of File (EOF)
• B) No More Data (NMD)
• C) Data Stream Close (DSC)
• D) Data Read Stop (DRS)
• E) None of these

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Definitions:

Variable-ratio Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, which tends to produce high and steady rates of response.

Continuous Reinforcement

A method of learning where every correct response is reinforced every time, leading to faster acquisition of behavior but quicker extinction once reinforcement stops.

Partial Reinforcement

A conditioning schedule where only some responses are reinforced, leading to more resistant behaviors to extinction.

Delayed Reinforcer

A reward that does not immediately follow an action but is delayed for a certain time.