Superstitious Behavior

question 46

Multiple Choice

Superstitious behavior:

• A)results from accidental reinforcement of inconsequential behavior.
• B)occurs more frequently on ratio schedules than it does on interval schedules.
• C)is established using shaping through successive approximations.
• D)reflects the contributions of biology to operant behavior.

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Definitions:

Variable Y

A symbolic representation of a dependent variable that is subject to change based on other variables' values within a mathematical function or an experiment.

Genetic Disorder

A disease or condition caused by an abnormality in an individual's DNA, ranging from minor mutations to major alterations affecting multiple genes.

Chromosome

A thread-like structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.

Fetus

The product of conception from the end of the eighth week to the moment of birth.