A schedule in which reinforcement is delivered after an average interval of time has elapsed, contingent upon the occurrence of a target behavior during the interval is a:
A) Variable ratio schedule.
B) Fixed ratio schedule.
C) Fixed interval schedule.
D) Variable interval schedule.

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A variable interval schedule reinforces a response at unpredictable time intervals, which averages out to a specific time interval across the opportunities for reinforcement. This schedule is designed to produce a steady, consistent response rate over time.

A Schedule in Which Reinforcement Is Delivered After an Average