Which One of the Following Instances of Learning Can Be

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following instances of learning can be explained more easily by social cognitive theory than by behaviorism?

• A)Playing the role of a German butler in the school play, Andy says his lines using a German accent similar to one he's heard in the movies a few times.
• B)Brad discovers that to get his teacher's approval, he must turn in his writing assignments without a single error in grammar, spelling, or punctuation.
• C)Craig finds that he gets one "special" girl's attention when he shows off on the playground.
• D)Darren has stopped trying in school because he seems to get low grades no matter what he does.

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Definitions:

Paternalist Ethos

A belief system advocating a hierarchical relationship between groups or individuals, whereby those in authority adopt a fatherly role of providing for and directing those under their care.

Hierarchical Society

A social system in which individuals are ranked one above the other according to status, authority, or some other criterion, creating layers of superiority and inferiority.

Sexual Exploitation

The abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust for sexual purposes; this includes profiting monetarily, socially, or politically from the sexual exploitation of another.