Most hitchhikers get rides on a ________ schedule of reinforcement.
A) continuous
B) fixed interval
C) fixed ratio
D) variable ratio

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Variable ratio is the most effective type of reinforcement schedule, as in this schedule the reward is not given after a fixed number of responses but instead after a varying number of responses. This keeps the person engaged and motivated for a longer period, just as hitchhikers who keep waiting for a ride. Other reinforcement schedules would not be as effective, as they would either provide a predictable reward after a fixed number of responses, or only after a certain amount of time has passed, which may not be relevant to hitchhikers.

Most Hitchhikers Get Rides on a ________ Schedule of Reinforcement