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Record 1 2006-10-04

English

Subject field(s)
  • Human Behaviour
  • Management Operations (General)
OBS

Reinforcement is presented after a variable or unfixed number of responses have occurred. On a variable ratio 3 (VR3), the reinforcer is presented after the behavior has been emitted, on the average of three times. This means that, on the average, every third response is reinforced. When a VR scheduled is used, it is impossible for the individual to determine when the reinforcer will be delivered. The VR schedule produces the greatest resistance to extinction.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Comportement humain
  • Opérations de la gestion (Généralités)

Spanish

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