Which of the following is true concerning partial schedules of reinforcement?
A)Interval schedules tend to yield higher rates of responding as compared to ratio schedules.
B)Ratio schedules tend to yield higher rates of responding as compared to interval schedules.
C)Fixed schedules tend to yield higher rates of responding as compared to variable schedules.
D)All combinations of intermittent schedules tend to yield similar rates of responding.

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Ratio schedules tend to yield higher rates of responding as compared to interval schedules because animals or humans are rewarded for a specific number of responses rather than a certain amount of time. This leads to a more consistent rate of responding and an increased willingness to work for the reward.

Which of the Following Is True Concerning Partial Schedules of Reinforcement