A hitchhiker most likely gets rides on a _____ schedule of reinforcement.
A)continuous
B)variable-ratio
C)fixed-ratio
D)fixed-interval

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A variable-ratio schedule of reinforcement involves a behavior being reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses. In the case of a hitchhiker, they do not always receive a ride after a certain number of attempts, and the reinforcement (getting a ride) is unpredictable. This type of schedule of reinforcement is known to be very effective in maintaining a behavior, as the individual continues the behavior in the hopes of getting a reinforcement eventually.

A Hitchhiker Most Likely Gets Rides on a _____ Schedule