Behaviorists Believe That Only _____ Can Be Observed and Measured

question 65

Multiple Choice

Behaviorists believe that only _____ can be observed and measured, so that is what should define personality.

• A) thoughts
• B) actions
• C) feelings
• D) ideas

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological discomfort experienced by an individual who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Validity Effect

The phenomenon where repeated exposure to a statement increases the likelihood of accepting it as true.

Fundamental Attribution Error

is the tendency to overemphasize personality traits and underestimate situational factors when explaining others' behaviors.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological state in which an individual experiences discomfort due to holding conflicting cognitions, such as beliefs, attitudes, or values.