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Eccentric stimuli on multiple fixed-interval schedules.

J E Kello, N K Innis, J E Staddon

Journal of the Experimental Analysis of Behavior

|March 1, 1975

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Introducing an eccentric stimulus during specific intervals of a cyclic multiple fixed-interval schedule significantly increased key-peck rates. This effect appears linked to the schedule

Area of Science:

Behavioral psychology
Animal behavior studies
Operant conditioning

Background:

Cyclic multiple fixed-interval fixed-interval schedules are complex reinforcement systems.
Understanding stimulus control is crucial in behavioral research.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the impact of eccentric stimuli on behavior within a specific schedule.
To analyze the relationship between stimulus presentation and response rates.

Main Methods:

Three experiments were conducted using a cyclic multiple fixed-interval fixed-interval schedule.
Eccentric stimuli were introduced during short and long interval components.
Key-peck rates were measured as the primary behavioral response.

Main Results:

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Eccentric stimuli in the short-interval component consistently elevated key-peck rates.
The magnitude of the effect was substantial and persistent.
Behavioral effects were dependent on the schedule context.

Conclusions:

Eccentric stimuli can significantly alter behavior in complex schedules.
An initial disinhibiting effect of the eccentric stimulus may play a role.
Schedule context is a critical factor in stimulus effects.