______________ theories consist of postulates and a set of interrelated and internally consistent propositions, from which specific hypotheses are derived logically and made testable by means of operational definitions
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Deductive
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What does shaping mean (in the context of operant conditioning)?
a. Establishing a response by punishing every alternative response b. Molding the animal's body into position to make the response c. Establishing a response and then providing opportunities to apply it in new situations d. Establishing a response by reinforcing successive approximations
Maiken seeks the help of a therapist because she experiences anxiety at work. At her first visit, Maiken’s therapist explains that she will focus on Maiken’s personal strengths and development. What type of psychologist is Maiken visiting?
a. ?a cognitive psychologist b. ?a behavioral psychologist c. ?a humanistic psychologist d. ?a Freudian psychologist
You look up the phone number of your favorite pizza maker and say it over and over to yourself as you walk across the room to the phone. Before you reach the phone, your roommate bursts in and exclaims, "Look at this-it's the new Pink album!" "Cool!" you reply. Then you become frustrated because you cannot remember the phone number. This is most likely due to interruption in the process of
A. decay. B. proactive inhibition. C. selective attention. D. the primacy effect.
Which of the following factors mentioned in your chapter has been found to contribute to an increase in aggressive behaviors?
a. Having new responsibilities "dropped" on you at work b. Sitting in traffic c. Hot weather d. Being an only child