A Major Contribution of Behavioral Theory to Personality Is the Recognition

question 57

Multiple Choice

A major contribution of behavioral theory to personality is the recognition that

• A) situational factors alone shape personality.
• B) both personality and situational factors shape behavior.
• C) personality factors shape situations.
• D) classical and operant conditioning explain all aspects of personality.

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Definitions:

Heterosexism

An ideological system that denies, derogates, or stigmatizes non-heterosexual forms of behavior, identities, relationships, or communities.

Serial Monogamy

The practice of engaging in a series of monogamous sexual relationships where an individual has only one sexual partner at a time but multiple partners in their lifetime.

Functionalism

A theoretical framework in sociology that focuses on the functions or roles of society's various parts in maintaining societal stability and equilibrium.

Prostitution

The practice of engaging in sexual activity in exchange for payment or other forms of compensation.