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What is a concurrent schedule of reinforcement?
A schedule where two or more reinforcement options are available at the same time.
What is a multiple schedule of reinforcement?
A schedule that alternates between two or more basic schedules of reinforcement.
What is a mixed schedule of reinforcement?
Similar to a multiple schedule, but the individual does not know when each schedule will be applied.
What is a chained schedule of reinforcement?
A schedule involving a sequence of two or more schedules, where reinforcement is delivered only after completing the last schedule.
Example of a concurrent schedule?
A choice between pressing button A for food or button B for water, both available at the same time.
Example of a multiple schedule?
Alternating between pressing a button for food on a fixed interval and a variable interval schedule.
Example of a mixed schedule?
An unpredictable alternation between two schedules, such as reinforcement on a fixed ratio and a varying interval.
Example of a chained schedule?
First, a rat must press a lever for food (schedule 1), then must run through a maze to get the food (schedule 2), before receiving reinforcement.
How are concurrent and multiple schedules different?
Concurrent schedules allow choices between simultaneous options, while multiple schedules switch between different reinforcement schedules.
What influences behavior in concurrent schedules?
The relative rates of reinforcement from each option affect the choices made by the individual.
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