Behaviorism Was the View That Psychology Should Scientifically Study Behavior

question 32

Multiple Choice

Behaviorism was the view that psychology should scientifically study behavior without reference to

• A) schedules of reinforcement.
• B) neutral stimuli.
• C) punishment.
• D) mental processes.

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Definitions:

Performance Appraisal

A systematic evaluation process of an employee's job performance over a particular period, including assessment of accomplishments and areas for development.

Comparative Methods

Techniques used in various fields such as sociology, anthropology, and political science to compare across different cultures, societies, or institutions.

Performance Appraisal

The process of evaluating an employee's job performance and productivity in relation to certain pre-established criteria and organizational objectives.

Halo Error

A cognitive bias in performance evaluations where one positive quality of an individual disproportionately influences the overall perception of their performance.