Utilitarians

question 19

Multiple Choice

Utilitarians

• A) focus on human well-being and ignore animal welfare.
• B) oppose animal experimentation in principle.
• C) are likely to oppose factory farming.
• D) are likely to favor factory farming.

Describe the principles behind and the effectiveness of behavior modification techniques.

Understand the fundamental principles and concepts of Skinner's behaviorism, including operant conditioning.

Identify the differences between Skinner's research approach and those of other personality theorists.

Recognize the methodologies used by Skinner for obtaining data and his views on statistical analysis.

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Definitions:

Positive Correlation

A relationship between two variables where an increase in one variable is associated with an increase in the other variable.

Independent Variable

In an experiment, a factor or condition that is deliberately manipulated to determine whether it causes any change in another behavior or condition.

Coefficient of Correlation

A statistical measure that calculates the strength and direction of a linear relationship between two variables, ranging from -1 to 1.

Independent Variable

The factor in an experiment that is deliberately manipulated to observe its effect on a dependent variable.