Caroline Conducts Research in Which She Systematically Changes Some Aspect

question 142

Multiple Choice

Caroline conducts research in which she systematically changes some aspect of the environment and then measures changes in observable behaviour. Which psychological perspective's basic ideas is this approach to research consistent with?

• A)cognitive
• B)humanist
• C)behaviourist
• D)psychoanalytic

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Definitions:

Emotions

Are complex psychological states that involve physiological, behavioral, and cognitive reactions to stimuli or situations.

Performance

The level of achievement or execution of a task, measured against pre-set standards or goals.

Personality Differences

Variations in individual behaviors, emotions, motivations, and thought processes that make each person unique.

Heredity

The passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another.