In order to maximize overall reinforcement on a concurrent VI 20-sec VR 50 schedule, a pigeon should ideally respond
A) exclusively on the VR 50 component.
B) more on the VR 50 component than is predicted by matching.
C) more on the VI 20-sec component than is predicted by matching.
D) exclusively on the VI 20-sec component.

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The VR 50 component provides more reinforcement than the VI 20-sec component, so the pigeon should respond more on the VR 50 component in order to maximize overall reinforcement.

In Order to Maximize Overall Reinforcement on a Concurrent VI