B F Skinner Was a Radical Behaviorist Who Refused to

question 202

Multiple Choice

B. F. Skinner was a radical behaviorist who refused to

• A) conduct research with animals other than humans.
• B) believe that observation tells us anything about human nature.
• C) understand how it was possible for people to change.
• D) accept that individuals can change over time.
• E) speculate about what happens inside an organism.

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Definitions:

Openness

A personality trait that features qualities like intellectual curiosity, creativity, preference for novelty, and a wide range of interests.

Stability

In psychological terms, stability refers to the consistency of individual differences over time in aspects of personality, intelligence, or behavior.

Broader Personality Factor

A term possibly referring to overarching dimensions of personality, such as those described in trait theory, which include broad traits like extraversion or agreeableness.

Psychologically Well Adjusted

A state in which an individual demonstrates emotional stability, resilience, and a positive sense of well-being.