Which of the Following Is NOT Considered a Shortcoming of Classic

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT considered a shortcoming of classic behaviorism?

• A) It is largely based on research with animals.
• B) It ignores the social aspects of learning.
• C) It doesn't explain how people can differ in their behaviors.
• D) It treats its subjects as passive.

Recognize the significance of introspection and its role in the initial study of psychology.

Appreciate the intellectual and disciplinary origins of psychology.

Understand the establishment of psychology as an independent discipline.

Acknowledge the role of the American Psychological Association in psychology.

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Definitions:

Agents

Individuals or entities authorized to act on behalf of another person or entity, known as the principal, in legal or business matters.

Expressed Agency

A relationship where the agent's authority to act on behalf of the principal is explicitly stated in a contract or agreement.

Implied Agency

A relationship formed by the actions of the parties that indicates an agency relationship, even without a formal agreement.

Apparent Agency

An agency relationship created by operation of law when one party, by her actions, causes a third party to believe someone is her agent even though that person actually has no authority to act as her agent. Also called agency by estoppel.