Suppose that a subject is shifted from a low fixed-ratio schedule (few responses required to earn a reinforcer)to a higher fixed-ratio schedule (more responses required to earn a reinforcer).What is most likely to be the result

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An increase in the overall rate of responding is most likely to be the result of shifting from a low fixed-ratio schedule to a higher fixed-ratio schedule. This is because the subject will need to work harder to earn the reinforcer, and will therefore respond more quickly in order to get the reinforcer sooner.

Suppose That a Subject Is Shifted from a Low Fixed-Ratio