B. F. Skinner Theorized That

question 47

Multiple Choice

B. F. Skinner theorized that:

• A) one's accomplishments are due to mental events, such as motivation.
• B) one's accomplishments are due to personal traits, such as curiosity.
• C) free will is an illusion because we are shaped by our environment and genes.
• D) it would be unethical to try to improve human behaviour by applying behavioural principles.

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