A Behaviorist Would Emphasize the Importance of Early Childhood Because

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Multiple Choice

A behaviorist would emphasize the importance of early childhood because

• A)that is the time of the phallic stage of development.
• B)all of life's events appear to be very important in the eyes of children.
• C)this is the critical period for conditions of worth to influence behavior.
• D)fixation at this stage will have a greater effect on the developing personality.

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