Which of the Following Is the Best Example of an Adaptive

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of an adaptive behavior?

• A)doing a crossword puzzle
• B)obtaining correct change from a cashier
• C)backing out of a contract because of a personal concern
• D)avoiding fearful situations

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Definitions:

Behavioural View

A perspective in psychology that focuses on observable behaviors and the ways in which they're learned through interaction with the environment.

Laboratory Experiments

Controlled tests conducted in a lab environment to explore scientific hypotheses or examine phenomena.

B.F. Skinner

A prominent American psychologist known for his work in behaviorism, specifically the development of the theory of operant conditioning.

Heritability Of Personality

The proportion of variation in personality traits among individuals that can be attributed to genetic differences, often studied in twin and adoption studies.