Find The $n ^ { \text {th } }$ Term of the Arithmetic Sequence Given

question 5

Essay

Find the $n ^ { \text {th } }$ term of the arithmetic sequence given $a = 4$ and $d = - 3$ .

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Definitions:

Variable-ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, leading to high and steady rates of response.

Fixed-ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded only after a specified number of responses.

Fixed-interval

Refers to a schedule of reinforcement where the first response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has elapsed, commonly used in behavioral psychology.

Variable-interval

A timing schedule in operant conditioning where reinforcement is provided after an unpredictable time interval, leading to a steady rate of response.