Watson's Experiment with Little Albert Demonstrated That Fears Might Be

question 236

Multiple Choice

Watson's experiment with Little Albert demonstrated that fears might be __________

• A) based on classical conditioning.
• B) deeply rooted in the innate unconscious of infants.
• C) based on the principle of observational learning.
• D) based on Skinner's analysis of positive reinforcement.

Know experimental study design, including control and experimental groups, and the importance of validity, reliability, objectivity, and replicability in research.

Recognize the role of naturalistic observation and ethnography in understanding human behavior in context.

Understand different research designs used in developmental psychology and their applications.

Recognize the importance and ethical considerations involved in conducting research on developmental psychology.

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Definitions:

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