Human Superstitious Behaviors Can Be Partially Explained by

question 12

Multiple Choice

Human superstitious behaviors can be partially explained by

• A) their apparent connection to the reinforcement within a response chain.
• B) the effects of latent learning on this sequence of events.
• C) the tendency of a reward to reinforce only the response which immediately precedes it.
• D) all of these.

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Definitions:

Internal Tension

Psychological stress or discomfort that arises from conflicting beliefs, thoughts, or feelings within oneself.

Unmet Biological Needs

Basic physiological requirements including food, water, shelter, and warmth that are not adequately satisfied, impacting overall health and well-being.

Incentive

Something that motivates or encourages an individual to do something or to achieve a goal.

Environmental Stimulus

Any external event or factor that influences an organism's behavior or physiological responses.