Question

Liza likes to play slot machines when she takes trips to las vegas. she never knows which quarter will cause a slot machine to "hit," but she also knows that the more times she plays, the more likely she is to hit a jackpot. based on what is known about schedules of reinforcement, you should conclude that liza's gambling is being reinforced based on a:

Answer 1

Liza's gambling is being reinforced based on a "variable-ratio schedule".

A variable-ratio schedule refers to a schedule of reinforcement where a reaction is strengthened after an unusual number of reactions. This timetable makes an unfaltering, high rate of reacting. Betting, gambling and lottery amusements are great cases of a reward in light of a variable ratio schedule.