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EAugust

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on: Jun 21, 2018
Randolph does not need to be told how boys and girls are different. Even though he is just turning 4 years old, he has learned a great deal from watching his brothers and sisters and the other people in his life.
 
  What is the term for the way in which Randolph is learning to become a member of society?
  What will be an ideal response?

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What are variable-ratio reinforcement and fixed-interval reinforcement?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


owenfalvey

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Reply #1 on: Jun 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: Randolph is experiencing socialization or acculturation.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Variable-ratio reinforcement is giving out a reward after a random number of behaviors. Fixed-interval reinforcement is giving out a reward after a certain amount of time has passed.


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EAugust

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Reply #2 on: Jun 21, 2018
Thank you!


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Reply #3 on: Jun 21, 2018
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