Which of the Following Is an Example of Externally Caused

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of externally caused behavior?

• A) An employee is late to work because he was partying late and overslept.
• B) An employee is late because of a flat tire.
• C) An employee was fired because he violated a company policy.
• D) An employee was promoted because he was hard working.
• E) An employee died from lung cancer after excessive tobacco use.

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Definitions:

Deep Ecology

An environmental philosophy emphasizing the intrinsic value of all living beings and advocating for a profound ecological and lifestyle shift to protect the natural world.

Biocolonialism

The exploitation and patenting of biological materials, often from indigenous communities, without consent or compensation.

Environmental Racism

The practice of situating industrial operations and waste disposal in minority communities leading to disproportionate environmental hazards and health risks.

Informal Rulemaking

The process used by federal agencies to develop regulations, involving a notice-and-comment period without the formalities of a trial-type proceeding.