Which of the following is a statement with which Skinner's...

Which of the following is a statement with which Skinner's followers would agree?
A. Most behavior is controlled by unconscious forces.
B. The goal of behavior is self-actualization.
C. Nature is more influential than nurture.
D. Free will is an illusion.

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Key Concepts

Determinism

Determinism in the context of behaviorism is the idea that all behavior is caused by preceding events and environmental factors, leaving little or no room for the concept of free will. This perspective holds that behavior can be understood and predicted by examining the history of reinforcement and the stimuli present in the environment.

Operant Conditioning

Operant conditioning is a learning process central to behaviorism, where behaviors are influenced primarily by their consequences. Positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, punishment, and extinction are key elements of this theory, which was significantly developed by B.F. Skinner to explain how behavior is acquired and maintained.

Behaviorism

Behaviorism is a psychological approach that focuses on observable and measurable aspects of behavior, rather than internal mental states. It emphasizes the importance of environmental influences and learning processes in shaping behavior, leading to practical methods of behavior modification and analysis.

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