On a concurrent VR 50 VR 100 schedule of reinforcement, a pigeon would likely (once it has enough experience)
A) show exclusive preference for the VR 100 alternative.
B) show exclusive preference for the VR 50 alternative.
C) respond twice as much on the VR 50 alternative as the VR 100.
D) respond twice as much on the VR 100 alternative as the VR 50.

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CIn a concurrent variable ratio (VR) schedule of reinforcement, the option with the lower ratio requirement (in this case, VR 50) typically receives more responses because it provides reinforcement more frequently. Thus, pigeons, after gaining enough experience, would show a preference for the VR 50 alternative over the VR 100 alternative, as it is more efficient for obtaining reinforcement. Additionally, the response rate on the VR 50 alternative would be higher, potentially around twice as much, given the ratio requirements.

On a Concurrent VR 50 VR 100 Schedule of Reinforcement