A Slow but Steady Rate of Responding Is Most Characteristic

question 48

Multiple Choice

A slow but steady rate of responding is most characteristic of behavior reinforced on a __________ schedule.

• A) fixed ratio
• B) continuous
• C) fixed interval
• D) variable interval

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Definitions:

Cognitive Development

The progression of thought processes in individuals, including remembering, problem solving, and decision-making, from childhood through adulthood.

Concrete Operations

A stage in cognitive development where children are able to think logically about concrete events, understanding the concepts of conservation, time, and space.

Body Mass

A measurement of a person's weight in relation to their height, commonly used to assess if they are underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese.

Caloric Intake

The total number of calories consumed through food and beverages over a period, crucial for maintaining energy balance and bodily functions.