On an FI-32 schedule of reinforcement, which response is reinforced?

a. The 32nd one.
b. The first one after 32 seconds have passed since the last reinforcer.
c. The first 32 responses.
d. No responses are reinforced—food is delivered every 32 seconds regardless of the subject’s behavior.


Ans: b

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