Slot machines use a variable ratio because _____.
A)the gambler won't be able to tell when the next payoff is going to occur
B)it decreases the gambler's resistance to quitting
C)the gambler will receive a reward after every spin
D)the likelihood of hitting a "big jackpot" is quite low

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Variable ratio schedules provide reinforcement after an unpredictable number of responses, making it difficult for gamblers to predict when the next payoff will occur, thus maintaining their engagement.

Slot Machines Use a Variable Ratio Because _____