Question

The most successful reinforcement schedule to use after an animal has learned a new trick has been shown to be:

a)fixed-ratio
b) fixed interval
c) variable ratio
d) variable-interva

Answer 1

it would be C variable ratio

Answer 2

c) variable ratio

In operant conditioning, a variable-ratio schedule is a program of reinforcement where a response is strengthened after a variable number of answers. This program generates a constant, high rate of answering.

This schedule is practiced to enhance and sustain a uniform rate of particular responses. This program is best for sustaining behavior.