John BWatson Would Have Expressed the Greatest Disapproval of Attempts to to Scientifically

question 142

Multiple Choice

John B.Watson would have expressed the greatest disapproval of attempts to scientifically study whether

• A) consumer buying habits are influenced by newspaper advertisements.
• B) worker productivity is influenced by hourly wage rates.
• C) academic achievement is influenced by a positive self-concept.
• D) aggressive behavior is influenced by threats of punishment.

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Definitions:

Excitement

A feeling of enthusiasm or heightened emotion, often brought about by something new or stimulating.

Fight-or-Flight

A biological response triggered by a recognized danger, assault, or survival threat.

Hans Selye

A pioneering Hungarian endocrinologist known for his research on the stress response and for introducing the concept of stress in scientific research.

Medical Researcher

A professional who conducts studies and experiments to advance knowledge in the medical field.