Which of the Following Is True of a Fixed-Ratio Schedule

question 114

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of a fixed-ratio schedule in operant conditioning?

• A)It reinforces a behavior after a fixed amount of time has passed.
• B)It reinforces a behavior after a set number of behaviors.
• C)It produces high, steady rates of behavior that are more resistant to extinction than the other schedules.
• D)It is determined by the time elapsed since the last behavior was rewardeD.

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