Researchers may use behavioral analysis methodology to design a conditioning program to enhance performance

By engaging in a practice program (training) and by competing for an incentive, such as desirable prizes for those who accurately remember the most words (reinforcement), it is likely that participants' scores will improve. Which of the metatheories' view is consistent with the latter methodology?

a) Mechanistic Metatheory
b) Organismic Metatheory
c) Contextual Metatheory
d) None of the above


Answer: a

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