... replicate Brugger's (1990) finding and it was concluded that belief or disbelief in ESP did not affect avoidance of repetitions. Introduction Many studies have been carried out on the subject of repetition avoidance. Experiments have shown that people find it difficult to generate true random sequences even when instructed to do so. The most frequent problem with generating these random numbers is avoidance of repetitions. One of the most frequently studied variables, which may affect repetition avoidance is the belief in extra-sensory perception (ESP). ESP covers a wide range of beliefs, the most common of these are the paranormal and psychic experiences. There are many reasons for belief in ESP, the majority of people who believe state that this is because they have had first hand experience of something happening to them. This could be due to coincidences which have happened to a person e.g. they dream that someone is going to have ...

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