According to Your Text, What Is Probably the Most Commonly

question 47

Multiple Choice

According to your text, what is probably the most commonly cited disadvantage of using laboratory experiments to learn about human behavior?

• A) because they tend to be done in highly controlled settings, their results may not be generalizable to the real world
• B) with their mechanistic approach to human behavior, they ignore the participants' thoughts and emotions
• C) operational definitions reduce the abstract concept to a trivial level, making broad interpretations difficult at best
• D) because they tend to use other species, the results are usually irrelevant to human behavior

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Definitions:

Aggressively

Pertains to actions or behaviors that are forceful and potentially hostile, aimed at dominating or achieving control.

Negative Attention

Refers to a situation where undesirable behavior is inadvertently encouraged due to the focus and reinforcement it receives, often from parents or teachers.

Volunteer

An individual who offers services or help to an organization or a cause without expecting monetary compensation.

Single People

Individuals who are not currently involved in a married or romantic relationship, encompassing a wide range of lifestyles and choices.