Test: MCAT Social and Behavioral Sciences

Alice is trying to train her dog to sit on command before her in-laws come over. She does not care if the behavior lasts after their visit; she just wants him to learn the trick quickly. She plans to use dog biscuits at first to reinforce the behavior. 

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Based on her situation and desires, what type of reinforcement schedule should Alice follow?

Intermittent reinforcement

Continuous reinforcement

Continuous punishment 

Intermittent punishment

None of these

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