👉 In mathematics, a counterproductive behavior is one that leads to negative outcomes or results. Counterproductive behavior can be defined as a behavior that is not productive in terms of achieving its intended goals or objectives. For example, if you are trying to improve your cooking skills but end up using more ingredients than necessary and ending up with an overcooked dish instead of a well-prepared one, this could be considered counterproductive. Similarly, if you are trying to save money by cutting back on non-essential
