3. The steady, rapid responding of a person playing a slot...

3. The steady, rapid responding of a person playing a slot machine is an example of the pattern of responding typically generated on a _________ schedule.
A. fixed-ratio
B. variable-ratio
C. fixed-interval

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Key Concepts

Variable Ratio Schedule

A variable ratio schedule is a type of reinforcement schedule in which a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses. This schedule tends to produce a high, steady rate of responding because the reinforcement is unpredictable yet contingent on the behavior, making it highly effective in maintaining behaviors such as those seen in gambling scenarios.

Schedules of Reinforcement

Schedules of reinforcement refer to the specific rules or patterns that determine when a behavior will be reinforced, which in turn affects how frequently and robustly the behavior is exhibited. These schedules are critical in shaping behavior, as they dictate the timing and predictability of rewards following a particular response.

Operant Conditioning

Operant conditioning is a learning process in which behaviors are influenced by the consequences that follow them. It is a fundamental concept in behavioral psychology, where behaviors that are followed by rewarding outcomes are more likely to be repeated, while those followed by punishments are less likely to occur again.

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