Operant Conditioning Theory Argues That

question 119

Multiple Choice

Operant conditioning theory argues that:

• A)an individual's purposes direct his or her action
• B)people learn to behave to get something they want or to avoid something they don't want
• C)behaviour as environmentally caused
• D)reinforcement conditions behaviour

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Definitions:

Thoughts

Mental processes involving the organization and understanding of information, including beliefs, opinions, and intentions.

Memories

The ability of the mind to store and recall information or experiences from the past.

Desires

Deep-seated wishes or cravings that drive behavior and influence decision-making.

Psychoanalysis

A therapeutic technique and theory of psychological disorders, originated by Sigmund Freud, which emphasizes unconscious motivations and conflicts.