On a multiple FR 50 VI 60-sec schedule of reinforcement, the ...

[mrsjacobs44]

On a multiple FR 50 VI 60-sec schedule of reinforcement, the first component is changed to an FR 300 schedule. As a result, the rate of response on the VI 60-sec schedule increases. This is an example of a(n) _____.
 
  A) positive contrast effect
  B) negative contrast effect
  C) anticipatory contrast effect
  D) discriminatory contrast effect

Question 2

On a multiple FI 20-sec VI 60-sec schedule of reinforcement, the first component is changed to an FI 200-sec schedule. As a result, the rate of response on the VI 60-sec schedule will most likely:
 
  A) remain the same.
  B) decrease.
  C) increase.
  D) become unpredictable.

[heinisk01]

Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C