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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What will be an ideal response?
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