In the context of operant conditioning, gamblers at slot machines win on a _____.

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In operant conditioning, a variable-ratio schedule is the most effective in reinforcing a behavior. Slot machines operate on a variable-ratio schedule, which means the reinforcement (winning) occurs after an unpredictable number of responses (coins played). This unpredictable nature of the schedule keeps the gambler motivated to continue playing in the hope of winning, as they do not know when the next reinforcement will occur.

In the Context of Operant Conditioning, Gamblers at Slot Machines