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Jessica Gaona
on Dec 28, 2024
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With which of the following statements would a behaviourist agree?
A) Conscious experiences can be studied in an objective, precise way.
B) In order to understand behaviour, one must understand the motives behind the behaviour.
C) Behaviour can only be explained in terms of phenomenology, that is, an individual's interpretation of experience.
D) Psychology should be the science of behaviour that can be observed by others.
Behaviourist
A psychologist who studies and practices behaviorism, emphasizing the importance of observable actions and behaviors over internal processes like thoughts and emotions.
Phenomenology
The study of structures of consciousness as experienced from the first-person point of view.
Observable Behaviour
Actions or reactions that can be seen or measured, often used in behavioural research or analysis.
- Describe the theoretical basis and scientific approach of behaviourism.
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Learning Objectives
- Describe the theoretical basis and scientific approach of behaviourism.