Maarit Takes a Course in Which She Is Tested Every

Multiple Choice

Maarit takes a course in which she is tested every two weeks. Her studying falls off right after a test, followed by a gradual increase to a rapid rate of studying as the next test approaches. On which reinforcement schedule does her studying conform to the typical pattern of responding ?

A) variable-ratio
B) fixed-interval
C) variable-interval
D) fixed-ratio