Which of the Following Is Likely to Emphasize the Competitive

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is likely to emphasize the competitive nature of society as it relates to varying age groups?

• A) activity theory
• B) conflict theory
• C) symbolic interactionism
• D) structural-functionalism

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Definitions:

Stimulus Generalization

The process by which a conditioned response is triggered by stimuli that are similar but not identical to the original conditioned stimulus.

Learned Helplessness

A condition in which a person suffers from a sense of powerlessness, arising from a traumatic event or persistent failure to succeed, characterized by a lack of initiative, effort, or persistence.

Latent Learning

Learning that occurs without any obvious reinforcement and is not demonstrated until there is an incentive to perform.

Insight Learning

A cognitive process where an individual suddenly realizes how to solve a problem without trial-and-error, often seen as a form of intuitive understanding.