Which of the Following Is an Example of a Fixed

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a fixed ratio schedule of partial reinforcement?

• A)In hopes of winning a big jackpot,Penny plays the slot machines at a nearby casino.
• B)Sam earns extra money by driving a shuttle bus from the airport to the hotel.He is paid $20 per trip,but Uber drivers and taxis sometimes pick up all the passengers going to the same hotel and Sam has to wait for the next flight to arrive.
• C)Hoping to catch a message from her boyfriend,Wendy checks her e-mail again and again throughout the day.
• D)Jaime has a paper due once a month in his sociology course.His productivity is low at the beginning of the month and high as the deadline approaches.

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Definitions:

Unyielding Resolve

A firm determination to persist in an effort or plan despite difficulties or opposition.

Self-Confidence

The subjective sense of trust in one's abilities, qualities, and judgment, influencing an individual's approach to challenges, relationships, and responsibilities.

Minority Opinions

Views or beliefs that are held by a smaller segment of a group, contrasting with the majority viewpoint.

Carefully Processed

Pertaining to information or data that has been meticulously examined or considered with attention to detail and accuracy.