A teacher spot-checks how students are doing by walking around the room, selecting students to observe at random and then reinforcing those who are working well. What type of schedule is being used?

a) Variable ratio
b) Fixed interval
c) Variable interval
d) Fixed ratio


c A variable-interval schedule is a reinforcement schedule in which desired behavior is rewarded following an unpredictable amount of time.

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Which of the following is responsible for overseeing the implementation of policies in a school district's school?

a. A staff member from the state's office of education b. The local school board c. The district's superintendent and his or her staff d. The principals of each school in a district

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

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