Skinner's childhood was characterized by:
a. sibling rivalry.
b. a strong Oedipus complex.
c. parental warnings that influenced his adult behavior.
d. compensation for physical inferiority.
ANS: C
FEEDBACK: Skinner's parents were hardworking people who constantly dictated to him clear rules of proper behavior. He wrote, "I was taught to fear God, the police, and what people will think." In his autobiography, Skinner made many references to the impact of these childhood warnings on his adult behavior.
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