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Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
An interval schedule in psychology refers to a schedule of reinforcement where responses are reinforced after a specific amount of time has passed.
Related terms
Fixed Interval Schedule: A type of interval schedule where reinforcements are presented at fixed time periods, provided that the correct response is made.
Variable Interval Schedule: A type of interval schedule where reinforcements are presented at varying times provided that the correct response is made.