Behaviorists Were Different Conceptually from Earlier Psychologists for Which Reason

question 23

Multiple Choice

Behaviorists were different conceptually from earlier psychologists for which reason?

• A)They emphasized the study of only observable stimuli and responses.
• B)They thought the influences of the unconscious mind could be studied scientifically.
• C)They believed classical conditioning only applied to animals such as Pavlov's dogs.
• D)They accepted the practice of introspection.

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