Operant Conditioning Assumes That

question 32

Multiple Choice

Operant conditioning assumes that:

• A)events that follow behavior affect whether the behavior is repeated in the future.
• B)one's mental processes (e.g.,memory and perception)mediate what behaviors one does in a situation.
• C)voluntary behaviors are reflexive.
• D)one learns by watching others' behavior.

Analyze the causes and effects of the 1937-1938 economic downturn.

Identify the key components of the New Deal.

Recognize the industrial changes that enabled competition among manufacturers.

Know the historical context and impact of the Social Security Act.

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Definitions:

Self-Presentation Motivation

The drive individuals have to control and shape how others perceive them, often by adjusting their behavior or appearance.

Social Anxiety

A psychological condition characterized by intense fear or anxiety in social situations, leading to avoidance or significant distress.

Global Attribution

The tendency to generalize causes of an individual's behavior to their character or personality, disregarding situational factors.

Specific Attribution

The process of identifying a particular cause for an event or behavior, distinguishing it from more general or vague attributions.