When the number of responses is important to a schedule of reinforcement, that schedule is called a ________ schedule.
A) ratio
B) interval
C) conditioned
D) time-delayed

Question

When the number of responses is important to a schedule of reinforcement, that schedule is called a ________ schedule.
A) ratio 
B) interval 
C) conditioned
D) time-delayed

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A ratio schedule is based on the number of responses, where reinforcement is given after a certain number of responses (e.g. fixed ratio or variable ratio). In contrast, interval schedules are based on time (e.g. fixed interval or variable interval) and conditioned schedules involve pairing a previously neutral stimulus with a rewarding stimulus. Time-delayed schedules do not typically refer to the number of responses or time intervals, but rather involve delaying a reward or consequence after a certain behavior.

When the Number of Responses Is Important to a Schedule