The Class of Personality Theory That Views People as Having

question 73

Multiple Choice

The class of personality theory that views people as having patterns of thinking which affect how they interpret events is

• A) Biological theory.
• B) Operant-learning theory.
• C) Social-learning theory.
• D) Cognitive theory.

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Definitions:

Beatrix Gardner

A psychologist known for her work with sign language in non-human primates, particularly with a chimpanzee named Washoe.

David Premack

A psychologist known for the Premack Principle, which suggests that more probable behaviors can reinforce less probable behaviors.

Herbert Terrace

A psychologist known for his work in animal cognition, especially in language learning in chimpanzees.

Native-born Americans

Individuals born in the United States, as opposed to those who have immigrated and obtained citizenship.