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A nonstationary probability process, which included variable runs of homogeneous events, was employed to examine patterning behavior in the unce rtain-ou tcome/binary-decision task. The results showed that specific types of response patterns occurred which appeared to support an assumption that choice behavior was directed by discrete trial reinforcement effects. Further analyses demonstrated that the results were most accurately described by the formation of concepts leading to specific types of response patterning effects.
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This research was supported by National Institute of Mental Health Grant MH 14102-01.
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Halpern, J., Lantz, A.E. Nonstationary probability processes, event runs, and the development of patterned response habits. Psychon Sci 17, 75–76 (1969). https://doi.org/10.3758/BF03336451
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