AP Psychologyeasymcq1 pt
Which schedule produces the most persistent responding?
A.Variable-ratio
B.Fixed-ratio
C.Fixed-interval
D.Variable-interval
Explanation
Core Concept
Reward after an unpredictable number of responses — the slot-machine schedule — resists extinction because the next response might pay.
Correct Answer
AVariable-ratio
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