Mill Argues That Even If a Received Opinion Is True

question 96

Multiple Choice

Mill argues that even if a received opinion is true it should still be discussed and contested because otherwise

• A) The opinion will be held like a prejudice, with little understanding of its rational grounds.
• B) The meaning of the opinion will be in danger of being lost.
• C) Both a and b
• D) Neither a nor b.

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Definitions:

Observational Learning

Observational learning involves acquiring new behaviors, skills, or attitudes by watching and imitating others, emphasizing the importance of models in learning.

Classical Conditioning

A habituation technique wherein a response that is initially evoked by a secondary stimulus is eventually invoked by the primary stimulus alone, thanks to the repeated pairing of the stimuli.

Latent Learning

A form of learning that occurs without any obvious reinforcement and is not demonstrated until there is motivation to do so.

Shaping

The process in operant conditioning that involves reinforcing behaviors that are closer to the desired behavior.