Economists Are Particularly Adept at Understanding That People Respond to

question 18

Multiple Choice

Economists are particularly adept at understanding that people respond to

• A)laws.
• B)incentives.
• C)punishments more than rewards.
• D)rewards more than punishments.

Distinguish between neurotic needs and self-protective mechanisms in Horney's theory.

Evaluate the implications of different personality types as described by Horney.

Understand the basic concepts and classifications of neurotic needs as proposed by Karen Horney.

Identify the different neurotic trends and personality types described by Horney.

---

Definitions:

Immutable Biological

Referring to biological attributes or characteristics that are fixed and unchangeable.

Gender Continuum

A concept recognizing a range of gender identities that go beyond the traditional male-female binary, suggesting that gender experiences and expressions exist along a continuum rather than as discrete categories.

Social Roles

The patterns of behavior expected from individuals in various social positions, defined by the norms and expectations of a society or group.

Essentialist Argument

A perspective that suggests that certain traits, characteristics, or behaviors are innate and immutable, often linked to biological or inherent features of individuals or groups.