An Adult Is Viewed as Polite Because as a Child

question 12

Multiple Choice

An adult is viewed as polite because as a child she watched other children get rewarded for saying "please" and "thank you," and adopted the same behaviors. This is an example of the ______________ theory of personality.

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

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Definitions:

Stigma Consciousness

The heightened sensitivity to situations where one may be subject to stereotype or discrimination due to an attribute, leading to potential adjustments in behavior or self-perception.

Stereotype Threat

The anxiety or fear that one's behavior or performance might confirm a negative stereotype about one's group, potentially undermining performance.

GPA

Grade Point Average, a numerical measure that represents the average value of the accumulated final grades earned in courses over time.

Correlational Approach

A research strategy that involves observing and measuring the relationship between two or more variables without manipulating them.