Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Semester of Degree Completion
1975
Thesis Director
William P. McGown
Abstract
Twelve male albino rats were divided into three groups that were exposed to a DRL-18 second schedule of reinforcement. Each group was maintained at 70%, 80%, and 90% ad lib weight respectively during 28 days of acqusition training. The 70% ad lib weight group demonstrated continued superior performance over the other two groups after the 10th day. The 80% and 90% groups evidenced little difference between each other until the 20th day when the 80% group showed slightly better performance. Performance was based on the mean time-response efficiency ratios [(reinforced responses/ total responses) + (reinforced responses/ total possible reinforced responses)/ 2]. The results were discussed in terms of activity and development of collateral behavior.
Recommended Citation
Memenga, Scott E., "Performance on a DRL Schedule as a Function of Deprivation Levels" (1975). Masters Theses. 3559.
https://thekeep.eiu.edu/theses/3559
