Herrnstein proposed that once a superstitious behavior occurs, it may be maintained by .
A)habit
B)adventitious reinforcement
C)cultural beliefs
D)the Premack Principle

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Herrnstein's theory of adventitious reinforcement suggests that a superstitious behavior may be maintained if it is accidentally reinforced through coincidental events, rather than being deliberately reinforced. This can result in the behavior becoming habitual even if the reinforcement is not consistently provided.

Herrnstein Proposed That Once a Superstitious Behavior Occurs, It May