Which of the Following Statements About B

question 243

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about B. F. Skinner's view is FALSE?

• A) Skinner advocated that society should be redesigned using principles of operant conditioning to shape desired behaviors.
• B) Skinner believed that environmental conditions cause criminal and other undesirable behaviors in society.
• C) Skinner believed that notions such as a person having free will and self-determination are really just illusions.
• D) Skinner advocated the greater use of punishment to control human behavior and to achieve a more perfect society.

---

Definitions:

Global World

A term referring to the interconnectedness of nations through trade, technology, politics, and culture, often emphasizing collective challenges and opportunities.

Symbols

Objects, figures, or colors used to represent ideas, concepts, or other abstractions.

Sounds of Language

The auditory elements used in speech, including phonemes, tones, and intonation, which contribute to linguistic communication.

Anthropologists

Researchers focused on analyzing the development, cultures, and societal structures of humans.