Which of the Following Is the Most Accurate Summary of Reinforcement

question 120

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most accurate summary of reinforcement theory?

• A) We like people who like us.
• B) We are more likely to engage in behaviors that have been rewarded in the past than in other behaviors.
• C) We tend to seek out rewards and avoid punishments.
• D) We like people who make us feel good about ourselves.

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Definitions:

Idealizations

The cognitive process of perceiving others, oneself, or situations in an overly positive way, ignoring potential negative aspects.

Psychosexual Development

Freud's theory on how personality develops during childhood through a series of stages centered on erogenous zones.

Avoiding Relationships

A behavior pattern where an individual actively distances themselves from forming close or intimate relationships with others.

Transitional Object

An object, often a soft toy or blanket, used by children to provide psychological comfort in times of stress or change.