In a ______ schedule, a certain number of desired behaviors must occur before the reinforcer is delivered, but the number of behaviors varies around some average.
A) fixed ratio
B) continuous ratio
C) variable ratio
D) average ratio

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A variable ratio schedule requires a certain number of behaviors to be completed before receiving a reinforcer, but the number of behaviors required varies around an average. This creates a high and steady rate of responding because the individual does not know exactly how many behaviors are required before receiving the reinforcement, so they continue to engage in the behavior in anticipation of the reinforcer.

In a ______ Schedule, a Certain Number of Desired Behaviors