A prime example of behavior maintained on a variable ratio schedule is
A) gambling.
B) teaching toddlers.
C) studying for exams.
D) working for a weekly salary.

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Gambling is a prime example of behavior maintained on a variable ratio schedule because the reinforcement (winning) is given after an unpredictable number of responses, which encourages continuous participation.

A Prime Example of Behavior Maintained on a Variable Ratio