Lila doesn't like her psychology class, because the instructor gives unannounced pop exams. As a result, she never knows when she will be tested. Her instructor is testing her on a __________ schedule.
A. fixed-ratio
B. fixed-interval
C. variable-ratio
D. variable-interval
Answer: D
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What will be an ideal response?
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a. the student was similar to them b. the student fit the stereotype of a "typical" gay man c. they were high in authoritarianism d. they were given very little time to make the decision
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