Question

When reinforcement follows a predetermined number of responses, it is a _____ schedule of reinforcement, compared to a _____ schedule in which reinforcement follows the first response after a predetermined period of time has elapsed.

Answer 1

fixed ratio, fixed interval

Step-by-step explanation:

fixed ratio, fixed interval

fixed-ratio schedule of reinforcement - in this reinforcement is delivered only when number of responses is complete. The number of responses remains constant and it is written as FR with digit mentioning the required number of responses that are needed to obtain reinforcement.

fixed interval - in this scheduling of reinforcement is followed only after some allotted time has passed