Asked by Raghad Abdelaal on May 09, 2024

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Riva works at an automobile repair shop and is paid for every three transmissions she fixes. Riva is being reinforced on a ________ schedule.

A) variable-ratio
B) fixed-ratio
C) variable-interval
D) fixed-interval

Reinforced Schedule

A plan or strategy in operant conditioning that outlines how and when reinforcement (rewards or punishments) will be given for certain behaviors.

Transmissions

The act or process of transmitting something, such as energy, disease, or data from one place or person to another.

Automobile Repair

The process of fixing issues related to a vehicle's operation, structure, or appearance.

  • Evaluating the contribution of reinforcement schedules to behavior sustenance.
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Spencer SmithMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Riva is being reinforced on a fixed-ratio schedule, as she is only getting paid after she fixes a fixed number (three) of transmissions.