When You Gamble, There Is No Way to Tell Which

question 117

Multiple Choice

When you gamble, there is no way to tell which of your many responses will bring a reward. Gambling, therefore, is an example of __________.

• A) a variable-ratio reinforcement schedule
• B) a fixed-ratio reinforcement schedule
• C) a variable-interval reinforcement schedule
• D) a fixed-interval reinforcement schedule

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Definitions:

Cognitive Maps

Mental representations of the physical layout of the environment, enabling an individual to navigate and understand spatial information.

Latent Learning

Learning that occurs without obvious reinforcement and is not demonstrated until there is an incentive to perform.

Animal Studies

Research conducted on animals to understand biological and psychological phenomena, often used to infer potential human applications.

Expectancy

A belief or anticipation about the likelihood of an event happening, often influencing behavior and decision-making.