Behaviorism Was Characterized By

question 227

Multiple Choice

Behaviorism was characterized by:

• A)the rejection of consciousness as a topic in psychology and a focus on observable behavior.
• B)a narrow focus upon consciousness and conscious experience.
• C)a focus on the importance of free will, self-determination, and psychological growth.
• D)an emphasis upon the unconscious determinants of personality.

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