A pattern of responding that shows relatively little variation in its measured dimensional quantities over some period of time is known as a ______.
A) trend
B) transition state
C) steady state
D) transitory state

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A pattern of responding that shows relatively little variation in its measured dimensional quantities over some period of time is known as a steady state. Choice A, trend, refers to a general direction in which something is developing or changing. Choice B, transition state, refers to a period of change from one form or state to another. Choice D, transitory state, is not a commonly used term and does not accurately describe the pattern of responding being described.

A Pattern of Responding That Shows Relatively Little Variation in Its