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2 years ago

Study challenges distinction between copying behavior and traditions, highlighting social rewards.

Behavioral and Brain Sciences
Is there a need to distinguish instrumental copying behavior from traditions?
Thomas R. Zentall

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The article argues that there is no need to separate copying behavior with clear rewards from traditions with less clear rewards. Both types of behavior provide important social benefits for humans as social animals.