What was the hypothesis offered by comparative psychologists in regard to habit formation?

A. habits are inherently detrimental behaviors
B. habits are formed through social modeling
C. habits are a result of unhealthy coping mechanisms
D. habits are a result of favorable conditions stimulating one type of behavior and unfavorable conditions suppressing this behavior


Ans: D

Psychology

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