The Major Emphasis of the Behavioural Perspective in Understanding Behaviour

question 213

Multiple Choice

The major emphasis of the behavioural perspective in understanding behaviour is the role of

• A) learning and environmental factors.
• B) mental processes.
• C) the unconscious and early childhood experiences.
• D) biological processes and heredity.

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Definitions:

Causal Relationship

A causal relationship indicates a connection between two variables where changes in the value of one variable are known to cause changes in the value of another variable.

Demand Characteristics

Environmental cues in experiments that might influence participants' behavior or responses, potentially biasing the results.

College Students

Individuals enrolled in institutions of higher education, pursuing various degrees or certifications.

External Validity

The extent to which the results of a study can be generalized to other situations, people, settings, and times.