Persistent Behavior That Has a Coincidental and Not a Functional

question 53

True/False

Persistent behavior that has a coincidental and not a functional relationship to the reinforcement received is called superstitious behavior.

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Definitions:

Doggerel

A term unrelated to economics, referring to irregularly or poorly constructed verse, often of a humorous or trivial nature.

Paasche Price Index

An economic indicator that measures the change over time in the cost of a fixed basket of consumer goods and services, using the current period as the base.

Doggerel

Verse or words that are poorly written or expressed, often characterized by clichés, sloppy meter, and a lack of seriousness or artistic depth.

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