Behaviorists have traditionally viewed multiple personalities as distinct patterns of behavior that result in response to:
A) prolonged exposure to distinct yet extremely monotonous tasks.
B) distinctly different contingencies of reinforcement.
C) unpredictable contingencies of reinforcement.
D) uncontrollable contingencies of reinforcement.

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Behaviorists believe that different patterns of behavior, such as those seen in multiple personalities, emerge in response to distinctly different contingencies of reinforcement. This perspective emphasizes the role of environmental factors and learning in shaping behavior.

Behaviorists Have Traditionally Viewed Multiple Personalities as Distinct Patterns of Behavior