Skinner's Theory of Social Learning Contends That

question 29

Multiple Choice

Skinner's theory of social learning contends that

• A) our cognitive interpretations of our experiences play a larger role in shaping social behavior than the experiences themselves
• B) the causes of behavior are internal rather than external to the organism
• C) both of these
• D) none of these

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