In which type of reinforcement schedule does a consequence follow every instance of a behaviour?
A)continuous
B)intermittent
C)variable interval
D)fixed ratio

Question

In which type of reinforcement schedule does a consequence follow every instance of a behaviour?
A)continuous  
B)intermittent  
C)variable interval  
D)fixed ratio

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In a continuous reinforcement schedule, a consequence (reward or punishment) follows every instance of a behavior. This is in contrast to intermittent reinforcement schedules, where consequences only follow certain instances of the behavior. Variable interval and fixed ratio schedules are both types of intermittent reinforcement schedules.

In Which Type of Reinforcement Schedule Does a Consequence Follow