In a _____ schedule, a varied number of correct responses must be made to get a reinforcer.For example, a reinforcer may be given after three correct responses, after six, after two more, and after five, and so on.Although the actual number varies, the average number of responses will be four for this example.
A)fixed ratio
B)fixed interval
C)variable ratio
D)variable interval

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A variable ratio schedule involves varying the number of correct responses required to receive a reinforcer. This is different from a fixed ratio schedule, where a specific number of responses must be made before receiving a reinforcer. In the example given, the number of correct responses required varies, making it a variable ratio schedule.

In a _____ Schedule, a Varied Number of Correct Responses