Which of the Following Examples Best Demonstrates the Paradigm of Voluntarism

question 115

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples best demonstrates the paradigm of voluntarism?

• A) During confrontation, a person instinctively lowers their eye gaze to indicate submissiveness.
• B) Lowering one's eye gaze during confrontation is an adaptive characteristic that evolved over time.
• C) Lowering one's eye gaze during confrontation is the result of fundamental sensory processes.
• D) Lowering one's eye gaze during confrontation reflects one's wilful decision to avoid a fight.

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Definitions:

Conflict Sources

Factors or issues that lead to disagreements, clashes, or conflicts between individuals or groups.

Emotions

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Conflict that arises from interpersonal incompatibilities, including differences in personalities, values, or perceptions.