In which type of reinforcement schedule do consequences follow a behaviour after different times,some shorter and some longer around a specified average time?
A)fixed interval
B)variable interval
C)fixed ratio
D)variable ratio

Question

In which type of reinforcement schedule do consequences follow a behaviour after different times,some shorter and some longer around a specified average time?
A)fixed interval  
B)variable interval  
C)fixed ratio  
D)variable ratio

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This type of reinforcement schedule is called variable interval, where a specific behavior is reinforced after an unpredictable or varying amount of time. This means that sometimes the behavior may be reinforced quickly, while other times it may take longer to receive reinforcement.

In Which Type of Reinforcement Schedule Do Consequences Follow a Behaviour