When Using Psychological Measurement of a Dimension Such as Aggression,psychologists

question 63

Multiple Choice

When using psychological measurement of a dimension such as aggression,psychologists often base their measurements of people's aggressiveness on

• A) agreement among a number of observers regarding their ratings of behavior on an aggressiveness scale.
• B) consensus among researchers in the field of aggression as to the theoretical definition of aggression.
• C) consistency across operational definitions of aggression.
• D) availability of a precise measuring instrument, preferably based on a physiological response.

Assess the behavioral implications of hostility according to Kelly’s observational insights.

Understand Kelly’s stance on freedom of choice, the choice corollary, and cognitive complexities and similarities in construing experiences.

Understand Skinner's perspective on human nature and behavior as primarily shaped by the environment.

Recognize Skinner's research methodology and his use of animals in experiments to explore behavioral principles.

---

Definitions:

View of Personality

An understanding or theory regarding the nature of human personality, including its development, structure, and key characteristics.

Conscious Level

The degree of awareness that an individual has about their thoughts, feelings, and surroundings; the state of being awake and aware.

Psyche

Describes the human soul, mind, or spirit, as the center of thought, emotion, and behavior.

Ego

The component of the psyche that is responsible for dealing with reality while mediating between the desires of the id and the morals of the superego.