The Study of the Similarities and Differences in the Psychological

question 28

Multiple Choice

The study of the similarities and differences in the psychological functions of various animals,in order to better understanding human functioning,is known as

• A) comparative psychology.
• B) sociobiology.
• C) social Darwinism.
• D) evolutionary psychology.

Describe the role of classical conditioning and reinforcement schedules in learning and motivation.

Recognize the influence of reward size and its adjustment on performance and learning.

Explain the concepts of anticipatory responses and their relevance to cognition and motivation.

Identify the relationship between frustration, nonreward, and subsequent behavior.

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Definitions:

Scientific Management Theory

A theory of management that analyzes and synthesizes workflows, with the goal of improving economic efficiency and labor productivity.

Herzberg's Dissatisfiers

Factors, according to Frederick Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory, that can cause dissatisfaction in the workplace if not properly managed, such as poor working conditions or salary.

Maslow's Hierarchy

A psychological theory proposed by Abraham Maslow that outlines a five-tier model of human needs, from basic physiological needs to the need for self-actualization, influencing motivation.

Legal Action

The process of pursuing remedies in a court of law or through legal proceedings.