Question

multiple select question select all that apply the reinforcement schedules that produce the strongest behavior that is most resistant to extinction include: fixed interval schedules fixed ratio schedules variable interval schedules variable ratio schedules

Explanation:

Variable - interval and variable - ratio schedules create behavior that is highly resistant to extinction. In variable - interval schedules, reinforcement is provided after a variable amount of time has passed since the last reinforcement, keeping the subject anticipating the reward. Variable - ratio schedules reinforce behavior after a variable number of responses, which is similar to gambling and leads to high and consistent response rates. Fixed - interval and fixed - ratio schedules are less resistant to extinction as the subject can predict when reinforcement will occur.

Answer:

C. variable interval schedules
D. variable ratio schedules