Which Psychological Approach Was Questioned by John Watson

question 70

Multiple Choice

Which psychological approach was questioned by John Watson?

• A) The structure,content,and function of the mind are the proper focus of scientific inquiry.
• B) Psychology should study observable behavior rather than hidden psychological processes.
• C) Experimenting is the only way to study behavior.
• D) All of the above

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Definitions:

Curse Of Knowledge Effect

A cognitive bias that occurs when someone, knowing something, cannot remember or imagine not knowing it, leading to communication challenges.

Negative Emotion

A feeling that is generally considered to be unpleasant or detrimental, such as sadness, anger, or fear.

Social Norms

Informal understandings that govern the behavior of members of a society or group, dictating what is considered acceptable.

Maintain Confidences

The ethical or professional duty to keep certain information private or secret, not disclosing it to unauthorized individuals or entities.