An Estimator Is Said to Be Consistent If

question 9

Multiple Choice

An estimator is said to be consistent if:

• A)the difference between the estimator and the population parameter grows smaller as the sample size grows larger.
• B)it is an unbiased estimator.
• C)the variance of the estimator is zero.
• D)the difference between the estimator and the population parameter stays the same as the sample size grows larger.

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behavior, operant conditioning involves an association between behaviors and their consequences.

Reinforcement

In behaviorism, any event that strengthens or increases the likelihood of a behavior.

Fixed-Interval Schedules

A schedule of reinforcement where rewards are provided after a fixed amount of time has passed since the last reinforcement.

Variable-Interval Schedules

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where responses are rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed.