Slot machines pay off on schedules that are determined by the random number generator that controls the play of the machine. For example, on average, the machine might pay off every 100 pulls, but sometimes two pulls are required and sometimes several hundred pulls are required. Slot machines are a real-world example of which schedule of reinforcement?

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Slot machines pay off on a variable ratio schedule, which means that the reinforcement (winning) is delivered after a variable number of responses (pulls). It is the most effective schedule for maintaining behaviors, as it provides unpredictable rewards and can lead to addictive behaviors.

Slot Machines Pay Off on Schedules That Are Determined by the Random