Pigeons and Rats Who Are Reinforced on Fixed Interval Schedules

question 129

Multiple Choice

Pigeons and rats who are reinforced on fixed interval schedules stop responding immediately after they receive a reinforcer and do not start again until just before the next scheduled reinforcement.This illustrates that animals

• A)are "stuck in time."
• B)cannot be as easily trained as humans on the task.
• C)are cognitive time travelers.
• D)are strongly influenced by circadian rhythms that can help or hinder training.

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Definitions:

Fitness

In evolutionary terms, fitness refers to an organism's ability to survive and reproduce, thereby passing on genes to the next generation.

Foraging Tactic

Strategies or methods used by animals to locate, capture, and consume food.

Optimal

Referring to the most favorable condition or level for growth, reproduction, or survival of an organism or for any specific process.

Conditional Strategy

A behavioral strategy that varies depending on an individual's conditions or environmental circumstances, suggesting flexibility in response to different situations.