In Explaining Why Cole Is Deceitful and Has a Tendency

question 154

Multiple Choice

In explaining why Cole is deceitful and has a tendency to lie, a psychologist who held a strong behavioral view toward personality development would consider Cole's

• A) role models.
• B) previous learning experiences and his history of reinforcement.
• C) self-concept and his interactions with others.
• D) unconsciously repressed feelings of anger and hostility.

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Definitions:

Decision Making

The cognitive process of selecting a course of action from multiple alternatives.

Solution Implementation

The process of executing strategies or actions to solve specific problems or achieve defined outcomes.

Problem Orientation

An individual's or group's approach and attitude towards tackling problems, including their cognitive appraisal of challenges and resources.

Alternatives Generation

The process of generating multiple solutions or options in response to a problem or challenge.