Which One of the Following Best Describes Skinner's Image of Human

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following best describes Skinner's image of human nature?

• A) We have individual free choice.
• B) We are totally controlled by the environment.
• C) We are determined by childhood experiences.
• D) We are controlled by the environment, but we can control ourselves by changing the environment.

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Definitions:

Adaptive Behavior

Behaviors or skills that enable an individual to meet cultural or social standards, contributing to their personal independence and social responsibility.

Maladaptive Trait

A trait or behavior that was once advantageous but has become counterproductive to an individual's well-being or survival in the current environment.

Gene Pool

The complete set of genetic information within all the individuals of a population, species, or group.

Disk Pecking

A behavior observed in birds, such as chickens, where they peck at small disks or spots, often used in studies of animal learning and cognition.