According to Watson,children Are Born as a Blank Slate,or Tabula

question 62

Multiple Choice

According to Watson,children are born as a blank slate,or tabula rasa.Which of the following characteristics should a child then possess from birth?

• A) the potential for cognition, but not the experiences necessary to use cognitive thought
• B) basic reflexes through which he or she can have sensory experiences
• C) associations between action and effect
• D) the ability to free associate through nonverbal response

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Definitions:

Isolation

The process or state of being separated from others, which can be physical, social, or emotional.

Anger

A strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility.

Denial

is a psychological defense mechanism where a person refuses to accept the reality of a fact or situation, often as a protective measure.

Emotional Standstill

A state of being emotionally stagnant or immobilized, often due to overwhelming feelings or unresolved issues.