People Tend to Make Satisfactory Decisions Because They Tend to Choose

question 84

True/False

People tend to make satisfactory decisions because they tend to choose the first satisfactory alternative that they discover.

Distinguish between continuous and discontinuous changes in development.

Recognize that growth and change occur across all aspects of a person's life and across the lifespan.

Understand the differences between correlation and causation in scientific research.

Know the differences between classical and operant conditioning.

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Definitions:

External Locus

A belief that control over one's life events and outcomes resides primarily with external forces or circumstances.

Julian Rotter

A psychologist known for his work in social learning theory and the development of the concept of locus of control.

Locus of Control

A psychological concept that refers to people's beliefs about the extent of control they have over events in their lives.

Reinforcement Value for Good Health

The perceived benefits or rewards that individuals associate with engaging in health-promoting behaviors.