Which of the Following Is an Example of the Environmental

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of the environmental selection process?

• A)Children high on Openness may find complex and novel stimuli to be reinforcing.
• B)Children high on Conscientiousness may pursue challenging activities.
• C)Children high on Extraversion may actively persuade other children to choose them as leaders of school groups.
• D)Children high on Neuroticism may wrongly view themselves as inadequate relative to their peers.

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Definitions:

Perfectionist Tendencies

A disposition to regard anything short of perfection as unacceptable, often leading to stress or dissatisfaction.

Loneliness

A complex emotional state typically characterized by feelings of isolation and a perceived lack of social connection or companionship.

Basic Anxiety

A theory proposed by Karen Horney that suggests anxiety is the primary driving force behind human behavior, originating from childhood feelings of helplessness and isolation.

Helplessness

A state of being unable to prevent or avoid negative outcomes, often leading to feelings of powerlessness.