Henry Murray's Concept of Press Refers to Determinants of Behavior

question 115

Multiple Choice

Henry Murray's concept of press refers to determinants of behavior arising from

• A) the interaction of personal and environmental needs.
• B) within the environment.
• C) within the individual.
• D) the publication of a thought-provoking article in a newspaper or magazine.

Recognize the importance of reinforcement, both primary and secondary, in shaping behavior.

Understand the concept of learned helplessness and its effects on behavior and learning.

Comprehend the significance of social learning theory and the observational learning process.

Recognize the role of contrast effects in reinforcement and its influence on performance.

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Definitions:

Regressive Tax

A tax imposed in such a manner that the tax rate decreases as the amount subject to taxation increases, disproportionately affecting those with lower incomes.

Benefits Tax

A taxation principle where taxes are levied according to the benefits received by the taxpayer.

Proportional

Characterized by a constant ratio or relation in degree or number between two or more quantities; directly comparative in size, degree, or amount.

Progressive

Pertaining to a tax system where the tax rate increases as the taxable base amount increases, often aimed at ensuring fairness in taxation.