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question 6
2 points
which of the following is an example of a fixed ratio schedule of reinforcement?
a after writing 4 multiple choice questions, i give myself a break.
b i praise my daughter every single time she gets a 90% or higher on an assignment
c i occasionally will get starbucks on the way to school if my kids get up without complaints.
d all of the above

question 7
1 point
a schedule of reinforcement is
a the type of reinforcement used
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Explanation:

Question 6

A fixed - ratio schedule of reinforcement is one where a reinforcement is provided after a fixed number of responses.

• Option A: After writing 4 multiple - choice questions (a fixed number of responses), a break (reinforcement) is given. This fits the fixed - ratio schedule.
• Option B: Praising the daughter is based on a percentage score (a variable criterion, not a fixed number of responses), so it does not fit a fixed - ratio schedule.
• Option C: Getting Starbucks is occasional and based on the kids getting up without complaints (a variable schedule, not a fixed number of responses), so it does not fit a fixed - ratio schedule.
• Option D: Since B and C are not examples of fixed - ratio schedules, D is incorrect.

A schedule of reinforcement is not just the type of reinforcement used. A schedule of reinforcement refers to the pattern of when reinforcement is delivered (e.g., fixed - ratio, variable - ratio, fixed - interval, variable - interval). So option A is incorrect. But since no other options are provided, if we have to choose from the given option, but it's a wrong one. However, if we assume this is a fill - in or a question with missing options, the correct definition is about the pattern of reinforcement delivery.

Answer:

A. After writing 4 multiple choice questions, I give myself a break.

Question 7 (assuming the rest of the options are missing, but based on the given option A)