Jumper, the Betta splendens that Russ has in his office, first learned to approach a toothpick in order to get food. Once this was accomplished, it then had to tap it with its snout to get food. This is an example of a(n) _____ schedule of reinforcement.
A) DRH
B) multiple
C) adjusting
D) conjunctive

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This is an example of an adjusting schedule of reinforcement, where the requirements for reinforcement change based on the organism's performance. Initially, Jumper only needed to approach the toothpick, but then the requirement was adjusted to tapping it with its snout.

Jumper, the Betta Splendens That Russ Has in His Office