In 1971, B

question 294

Multiple Choice

In 1971, B. F. Skinner published a book called Beyond Freedom and Dignity, which became a best-seller. How did the American public respond to the message of his book?

• A) Critics applauded Skinner's endorsement of traditional American values, especially the notion of self-determination, freedom of expression, and self-reliance.
• B) Critics supported his views that a totalitarian state based on punishment for undesirable behavior was a desirable goal for society.
• C) Critics were outraged by Skinner's assertion that traditional American values, such as individual freedom, self-determination, and self-reliance, were "traditional prescientific views."
• D) Social welfare advocates adopted Skinner's ideas, arguing that social problems, such as alcoholism and criminal behavior, were the result of genetic influences.

Identify the purposes behind expressive language.

Understand the concept of knowledge and the requirements for something to be considered knowledge.

Recognize the differences and similarities between rationalism and empiricism.

Identify common errors and biases in perception, memory, and cognition.

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