_____ psychologists are generally interested in how the behavior of individuals can be influenced by other people
a. Social
b. Gestalt
c. Behavioral
d. Humanistic
Answer: A
Rationale: Behavior is a function of the individual and the environment, or both. Social psychologists are particularly interested in how the presence of other people influences behavior. This is not a central theme of the other options listed.
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