Alfredo brings his lucky pencil with him for his exams. His pencil was accidentally paired with a good grade on his exams. Alfredo's behavior is an example of a:

A. variable-ratio schedule
B. reinforcement
C. conditioned response
D. superstitious behavior


Answer: D

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