The Recognition and Manipulation of Facts About the World Is

question 2

Multiple Choice

The recognition and manipulation of facts about the world is termed

• A)cognition.
• B)learning.
• C)imprinting.
• D)conditioning.

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Definitions:

Early Termination

The process of ending an agreement or contract prior to its originally agreed upon conclusion date.

Self-Handicapping

A cognitive strategy by which individuals avoid effort in the hopes of keeping potential failure from hurting self-esteem.

Anticipatory Excuses

Refers to justifications provided in advance of an action to preemptively excuse or rationalize possible failure or poor performance.

Social Psychological

Pertaining to the scientific study of how individuals think, feel, and behave in social contexts.