Using the Behavioral Approach,______

question 60

Multiple Choice

Using the behavioral approach,______.

• A) leaders can determine what actions will lead to specific organizational outcomes
• B) leaders can learn a lot about themselves in how they are perceived by others
• C) followers can plot the personality traits of their leaders on a map
• D) followers can seek maternal/paternal leaders that best match their needs

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Definitions:

Operant Responding

A process in behavior analysis, emphasizing the influence of consequences on subsequent behavior.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral psychology concept where a response or behavior is strengthened by stopping, removing, or avoiding a negative outcome or aversive stimulus.

Observational Learning

The process by which individuals learn new behaviors by observing and replicating the actions of others.

Social Learning

the acquisition of behaviors and skills through the observation of and interaction with others in a social context.