Author Question: Unlike coping behavior, expressive behavior is: a. more oriented toward a specific purpose. b. ... (Read 73 times)

rl · **on:** Jun 21, 2018

Unlike coping behavior, expressive behavior is:

a. more oriented toward a specific purpose.
b. easier to change and has a specific purpose.
c. reflective of the basic aspects of personality.
d. directed toward bringing a change in the environment.

Question 2

Consciously planned behavior determined by the needs of a given situation and designed for a specific purpose, usually to bring about a change in one's environment, is called _____.

a. expressive behavior
c. spontaneous behavior
b. coping behavior
d. non-directional behavior

ankilker · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 21, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
FEEDBACK: Expressive behavior is spontaneous and reflects basic aspects of the personality. In contrast to coping behavior, expressive behavior is difficult to change, has no specific purpose, and is usually displayed without our awareness.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
FEEDBACK: Consciously planned behavior determined by the needs of a given situation and designed for a specific purpose, usually to bring about a change in one's environment, is called coping behavior. Coping behavior is easy to change and is displayed with our awareness.