Our Personalities Influence the Extent to Which We Expose Ourselves

question 84

Multiple Choice

Our personalities influence the extent to which we expose ourselves to specific environmental influences. This best illustrates

• A) the spotlight effect.
• B) reaction formation.
• C) self-serving bias.
• D) reciprocal determinism.

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Definitions:

Positive Punishment

A behavior modification technique where an undesirable behavior is followed by an unpleasant stimulus to decrease the likelihood of the behavior's recurrence.

Teasing

The act of playfully or mockingly disturbing or provoking someone with remarks, questions, or actions.

Public Library

A community-funded institution that provides access to books, digital resources, and other educational materials to the public free of charge.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus strengthens a behavior or makes it more likely to occur.