When behaviors are reinforced at random points in time, ________ is being used.
A) a fixed ratio schedule
B) a fixed interval schedule
C) a variable ratio schedule
D) continuous reinforcement
E) a variable interval schedule

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Variable interval schedules are designed to reinforce behavior at random points in time. A supervisor walking around at different points of time every day is a good example of a variable interval schedule.

When Behaviors Are Reinforced at Random Points in Time, ________