Which of the Following Statements Is True About an External

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about an external locus of control?

• A)It refers to a generalized expectancy that outcomes depend mainly on one's personal efforts.
• B)It is,in general,conducive to one's well-being.
• C)It refers to a generalized expectancy that events are outside of one's control.
• D)It is associated with a tendency toward being more in charge of one's life.

Appreciate the role and evolution of theories in abnormal psychology.

Identify the role and mechanisms of neurotransmitters in brain function and behavior.

Understand the biological underpinnings and implications of dementia.

Acknowledge the significance of the central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, and the endocrine system in theories of abnormal behavior.

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Definitions:

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