This schedule provides reinforcement after a set number of responses
Fixed-ratio
Schedule reinforces behavior after varying amounts of time
What is variable-interval schedule
A song makes someone feel sad because it was frequently played during a breakup
Identify the conditioned stimulus
The song
Student gets a reward after every 5 completed math problems
Fixed-ratio
A child feels excited when they see an ice cream truck because it has been paired with receiving ice cream in the past.
Identify the unconditioned stimulus
Ice cream
Worker receives a paycheck every two weeks
Fixed-interval schedule
Natural, unlearned reaction occurs when the unconditioned stimulus is presented
What is the unconditioned response (UCR)
This effect explains why people are less likely to help in a group.
What is the bystander effect?
Checking your phone for notifications that arrive at random times
Variable-interval schedule
A learned reaction that occurs after the conditioned stimulus is presented
conditioned response (CR)
The tendency to go along with a group's incorrect answer was demonstrated in this experiment.
What is the Asch conformity expeirment?