The Belief That All Behavior Is at the Mercy of Stimuli

question 23

Multiple Choice

The belief that all behavior is at the mercy of stimuli in the environment is called:

• A) the ecological fallacy.
• B) situationism.
• C) fundamental attribution error.
• D) empiricism.
• E) expectancy theory.

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Definitions:

Object Integration

The process of combining different elements or pieces of information into a cohesive whole.

Conscious Mind

The aspect of the mind that involves awareness of thoughts, feelings, and surroundings in the present moment.

Unconscious Mind

A part of the mind that is not in forefront awareness but influences thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Usual Awareness

The routine level of conscious knowledge or perception of the environment and one's own thoughts and feelings.