When considering the feedback function of a fixed interval schedule, which of the following is true for a given period?
A)there is an upper limit on the number of reinforcers a subject can earn.
B)there is no limit to the number of reinforcers a subject can learn; more responses = more reinforcers.
C)depending on how the subject responds, it may have a limit or may not have a limit on its number or reinforcers.
D)it is impossible to determine any of the above.

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In a fixed interval schedule, reinforcement is provided at a fixed interval of time regardless of how many responses the subject makes. Therefore, there is an upper limit on the number of reinforcers a subject can earn during that period. For example, if reinforcement is provided every 5 minutes, a subject can only earn a maximum of 12 reinforcers in an hour.

When Considering the Feedback Function of a Fixed Interval Schedule