Which of the Following Is an Example of a Behavior

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a behavior that serves the fundamental goal to understand ourselves and others?

• A) John, who has just lost a game of one-on-one, picks a fight with his opponent.
• B) Your psychology professor stands at the front of the room while he speaks.
• C) Cindy reads People magazine every week to keep up on the latest celebrity gossip.
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Denial and Repression

Defense mechanisms in psychology wherein denial involves refusing to acknowledge reality, while repression involves unconsciously blocking unpleasant thoughts and feelings.

Projection and Denial

Defense mechanisms; projection involves attributing one's own unacceptable thoughts or feelings to others, while denial involves refusing to acknowledge reality or facts.

Projection and Rationalization

Projection and rationalization are defense mechanisms; projection involves attributing one's own unacceptable thoughts or feelings to others, while rationalization involves justifying behaviors or feelings with seemingly logical reasons to avoid the true explanation.

Rationalization

A coping technique that involves providing logical or rational justifications for questionable behaviors or emotions to sidestep their real causes.