Define and Describe a NIC

question 6

Essay

Define and describe a NIC.

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Definitions:

Variable-Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, often used in behaviorist conditioning.

Vending Machine

A machine that dispenses small articles such as snacks, beverages, alcohol, cigarettes, or lottery tickets to customers automatically, after the customer inserts currency or credit.

Coin

A piece of metal issued by governmental authority as money.

Discriminative Stimulus

A signal in the environment that increases the likelihood of a particular response because it indicates that a specific reinforcement is available.