Which of the Following Is an Example of a Variable-Ratio

question 258

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a variable-ratio schedule?

• A) In golf, you manage to sink a ball, on average, every 5 minutes.
• B) In golf, you manage to sink a ball exactly every 2 minutes.
• C) In golf, you manage to sink a ball, on average, every 4?? shot.
• D) In golf, you manage to sink a ball exactly every 3?? shot.

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Definitions:

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