A rat receives a pellet for the first response after 5 minutes regardless of how often they press the lever. This is an example of a(n) _____ schedule.
A) Interval
B) Ratio
C) Concurrent
D) Baseline

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This is an example of an interval schedule because the reward (pellet) is given after a specific interval of time (5 minutes) has passed, regardless of how many responses (lever presses) are made.

A Rat Receives a Pellet for the First Response After