The tendency to imitate modeled behavior even when doing so is not reinforced is called _______.
A) superstitious imitation
B) neurotic imitation
C) generalized imitation
D) habitual imitation

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Generalized imitation refers to the tendency to imitate behavior simply because it was observed, even in the absence of reinforcement. It is a form of social learning that is often seen in young children and individuals with developmental disabilities. Superstitious imitation refers to the tendency to repeat behaviors that have been reinforced in the past, despite the lack of a clear connection between the behavior and the reinforcement. Neurotic imitation is not a recognized term in psychology. Habitual imitation refers to the automatic and unconscious reproduction of learned behaviors in response to a specific stimulus or situation.

The Tendency to Imitate Modeled Behavior Even When Doing So