The behavior analyst reviews Sandra's data and concludes that her behavior is spontaneous; that is, it occurs randomly, and not as a result of any other event(s). Which of the assumptions underlying behavior analysis has been violated in this interpretation?

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The assumption of determinism has been violated. Determinism refers to the belief that behavior is not spontaneous or random, but rather is shaped by environmental events and conditions. The behavior analyst's conclusion contradicts this assumption by suggesting that Sandra's behavior is not a result of any other event(s).

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