You Are Interviewing a New Member of the Psychology Department

question 71

Multiple Choice

You are interviewing a new member of the psychology department for the university newspaper. The faculty member states, "Internal states undoubtedly exist, but it is not necessary to draw inferences about unobservable states in order to understand behavior." This faculty member's views are MOST similar to the views held by ​

• A)William James.
• B)B. F. Skinner.
• C)Sigmund Freud.
• D)Carl Rogers.

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Definitions:

Hereditary Component

The genetic aspect of an individual's traits, characteristics, and predispositions inherited from their ancestors.

Inferiority Complex

A psychological condition that arises from feelings of inadequacy and inability to deal with others, often resulting in extreme shyness or excessive compensation.

Experimental Psychology

A branch of psychology focused on the study of behavior and mental processes through controlled experiments.

Dominance

A characteristic or behavior indicative of a person's ability to exert control or influence over others.