Which of the Following Is Most Likely to Be the Focus

question 91

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most likely to be the focus of study for a behavioral psychologist?

• A)The feelings of rejection a person experiences during childhood
• B)The sensations a person reports when he or she is tapped on the knee
• C)The effect of rewards and punishments on a child's behavior
• D)The mental images a person conjures up when reflecting on a pleasant vacation

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