Question

Karen is eager to teach her daughter to say "thank you." Whenever her daughter says "thank you" after being given something, Karen gives her a big smile and a thumbs up. What schedule of reinforcement is being used? variable interval operant continuous fixed interval

Answer 1

Answer: Continuous Schedule

Explanation: Operant conditioning reinforces wanted behavior with a reward (also known as positive reinforcement) or discourages unwanted behavior by punishment (also known as negative reinforcement).

The schedule of reinforcement is as important and can vary at different stages of the learning process.

When Continuous, a reward or punishment is given immediately after a display of the behavior.

When using a fixed interval schedule, a reward or punishment is given after every fixed period such as every second time the behavior is displayed. When variable, the intervals are more random.