Which of the Following Is an Example of a Variable

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a variable interval 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 shoveling his neighbor's driveways and sidewalks in the winter.He charges $20 per job but only shovels for snow falls of 1 inch or more.
• C)Marcus takes his daughter Rebekah fishing,and explains that you never know how long you have to leave your line in the water before a fish will bite.
• 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:

Common Stock

Equity ownership in a corporation, giving holders voting rights and a share in the company's profits through dividends.

Retained Earnings

Profits that a company has earned to date, less any dividends or other distributions paid to investors.

Economic Resource

A resource with the ability to produce economic benefits for its holder, typically assets owned by an individual or entity.

Depreciated

Refers to the reduced value of an asset after accounting for depreciation expenses over time due to use, wear and tear, or obsolescence.