Which of the Following Statements Comparing the Behavioural and Psychodynamic

question 134

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements comparing the behavioural and psychodynamic perspectives is most accurate?

• A) Although they are rather different on the surface,the perspectives are similar in that they both place a strong emphasis on free will and personal choice.
• B) The behavioural approach emphasizes free will and personal choice while the psychodynamic approach does not.
• C) The behavioural approach emphasizes internal causes while the psychodynamic approach places more emphasis on external causes.
• D) The behavioural approach emphasizes external causes,whereas the psychodynamic approach places more emphasis on internal causes.

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