If gambling is maintained by variable- ratio reinforcement, what type of reinforcement would best characterize fishing?
A) fixed- ratio
B) mixed- ratio
C) fixed- variable
D) variable- interval
E) fixed- interval

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Fishing is best characterized by variable-interval reinforcement because the reward (catching a fish) is received after varying amounts of time, rather than after a set number of attempts or actions.

If Gambling Is Maintained by Variable- Ratio Reinforcement, What Type