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In the Integrated Model for Motivation as Shown in the Chapter

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In the integrated model for motivation as shown in the chapter reading, how do reinforcement theory and equity theory figure in?


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Fixed Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is only rewarded after a specified number of responses. It is often used in behavioral psychology.

Variable Interval

A reinforcement schedule where rewards are given after unpredictable time intervals, leading to moderate but steady response rates.

Fixed Interval

In operant conditioning, a schedule of reinforcement where the first response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has elapsed.

Partial Reinforcement Effect

The typical outcome of a variable ratio of reinforcement in which a slow rate of initial learning is coupled with resistance to extinction.

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