AP Psychologymediummcq1 pt
A factory pays $1 per 10 widgets assembled. This is
A.fixed-ratio reinforcement
B.variable-ratio reinforcement
C.continuous reinforcement
D.variable-interval reinforcement
Explanation
Core Concept
Pay arrives after a set number of responses — piecework wages are the classic fixed-ratio schedule.
Correct Answer
Afixed-ratio reinforcement
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