The Distinction Between What's Inherently Bad and What's Bad Because

question 125

True/False

The distinction between what's inherently bad and what's bad because we declare it bad isn't always clear.

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Definitions:

Variable-Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, commonly used in behavioral psychology.

Fixed-Interval

A timing-based reinforcement plan where rewards are given after a predetermined time interval upon the first response.

Fixed-Ratio

In operant conditioning, a reinforcement schedule that rewards a response only after a specified number of responses.

Partial Reinforcement

A conditioning strategy where only some of the responses made are rewarded, which can lead to more resistant behavioral patterns.