Reinforcement Schedules Worksheet

Which type of reinforcement schedule provides reinforcement after every specified response?

• Continuous Reinforcement (CRF)

• Intermittent (Partial) Reinforcement

• Fixed Ratio (FR)

• Variable Ratio (VR)

What is an example of a fixed ratio (FR) schedule of reinforcement?

• Dog gets a treat every time it sits

• Paid $10 for every 2 dresses sewn

• Slot machines; gambling

• Child receives a sticker every few times they raise their hand

Which schedule of reinforcement is more resistant to extinction?

• Continuous Reinforcement (CRF)

• Intermittent (Partial) Reinforcement

• Fixed Ratio (FR)

• Ratio Strain

What does "ratio strain" refer to in the context of reinforcement schedules?

• Reinforcement after every response

• Breakdown in responding due to overly demanding requirement

• High, steady responding with little/no pause

• Reinforcement after a fixed number of responses

A slot machine is an example of which type of reinforcement schedule?

• Fixed Ratio (FR)

• Continuous Reinforcement (CRF)

• Variable Ratio (VR)

• Intermittent (Partial) Reinforcement

Explain why intermittent (partial) reinforcement is more resistant to extinction than continuous reinforcement. Use evidence or reasoning in your answer.

• Because intermittent reinforcement provides rewards less frequently, making the behavior less dependent on constant reinforcement.

• Because continuous reinforcement always provides a reward, making the behavior stronger.

• Because intermittent reinforcement is less predictable, causing confusion.

• Because continuous reinforcement is more resistant to extinction.

Which of the following best describes a Fixed Interval (FI) schedule of reinforcement?

• First response after a fixed time interval is reinforced.

• First response after a varying number of responses is reinforced.

• Every response is reinforced.

• First response after a random time interval is reinforced.

What pattern of responding is typically produced by a Fixed Interval (FI) schedule?

• Scallop pattern (slow to fast)

• Constant high rate

• Random bursts

• No pattern

Which example best illustrates a Variable Interval (VI) schedule?

• Checking email when new messages arrive unpredictably.

• Studying increases right before weekly quizzes.

• Practicing piano for 30 minutes to earn screen time.

• Eating slowly to reduce indigestion.

In a Fixed Duration (FD) schedule, what must occur for reinforcement to be delivered?

• Behavior must be performed continuously for a set time.

• Behavior must be performed a set number of times.

• Behavior must be performed at unpredictable intervals.

• Behavior must be performed at a set rhythm.