The Scientific Study of Behavior Without Reference to Mental Processes

question 121

Multiple Choice

The scientific study of behavior without reference to mental processes was of special interest to

• A) Edward Titchener.
• B) William James.
• C) Sigmund Freud.
• D) B.F.Skinner.

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Definitions:

P-value

A statistical measure that helps scientists determine the strength of their evidence; it indicates the probability of observing their data, or something more extreme, if the null hypothesis were true.

Statistically Significant

A term indicating that the results of an analysis are unlikely to be due to chance, according to a predefined threshold of probability.

Atheoretical

Lacking a theoretical basis, not guided by a theory.

Empirical

Based on observations or experience rather than theory or pure logic.