Behaviorists and Cognitivists Tend to Focus on Different Aspects of Learning

question 7

Multiple Choice

Behaviorists and cognitivists tend to focus on different aspects of learning. Which one of the following statements best describes this difference?

• A) Behaviorism focuses on temporary changes; cognitivism focuses on relatively permanent changes.
• B) Behaviorism focuses on relatively permanent changes; cognitivism focuses on temporary changes.
• C) Behaviorism focuses on internal mental changes; cognitivism focuses on external behavioral changes.
• D) Behaviorism focuses on external behavioral changes; cognitivism focuses on internal mental changes.

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