On a variable-interval schedule, reinforcement is given for the __________

a. first correct response after a fixed amount of time has passed
b. first correct response after varying amounts of time have passed
c. next correct response after a fixed number of responses have occurred
d. next correct response after a varying number of responses have occurred


Answer b % correct 72 a= 6 b= 72 c= 3 d= 18 r = .49

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