Asked by zeina mahmoud on Jun 05, 2024
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A hitchhiker most likely gets rides on a _____ schedule of reinforcement.
A) continuous
B) variable-ratio
C) fixed-ratio
D) fixed-interval
Variable-Ratio Schedule
A reinforcement schedule in which the number of responses required for reinforcement varies randomly around a mean value, promoting high and steady rates of response.
Fixed-Ratio Schedule
A reinforcement strategy in behavioral psychology where a response is rewarded only after a specified number of responses.
Continuous
Pertaining to an uninterrupted occurrence or operation over time.
- Clarify the foundational concepts and efficacy of different reinforcement schedules within operant conditioning.
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KR
Kalib RussellJun 09, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
A variable-ratio schedule of reinforcement involves a behavior being reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses. In the case of a hitchhiker, they do not always receive a ride after a certain number of attempts, and the reinforcement (getting a ride) is unpredictable. This type of schedule of reinforcement is known to be very effective in maintaining a behavior, as the individual continues the behavior in the hopes of getting a reinforcement eventually.
Learning Objectives
- Clarify the foundational concepts and efficacy of different reinforcement schedules within operant conditioning.