Jayden is trying to teach his dog some tricks. So he gives him a doggie treat if he rolls over after 2 min have passed. Then he gives him another treat if he rolls after 1 minute has passed. Next, he gives the dog a treat if he performs the behaviour after 3 minutes have passed. In each case, the dog must perform the roll over before he gets the treat. Jayden is using a(n)
A)FR 2 minute schedule
B)a VR 2 minute schedule
C)FI 2 minute schedule
D)VI 2 minute schedule
E)VI 6 minute schedule

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Jayden is using a Variable Interval (VI) schedule, where rewards are given after an unpredictable amount of time has passed, as long as the desired behavior is performed. The intervals mentioned (2 minutes, 1 minute, 3 minutes) vary, making it a VI schedule.

Jayden Is Trying to Teach His Dog Some Tricks