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geoffrey

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B. F. Skinner's research was in the area of __________, which examined the role of learning processes in the development of behavior.
 
  a. cognitive psychology
  b. behavior analysis
  c. counseling psychology
  d. human factors

Question 2

One of the reasons that scientists show lower belief in paranormal phenomena like ESP is that
 
  a. explanations for paranormal phenomena are inconsistent with physical laws that scientists accept.
  b. scientists tend to be closed minded about phenomena that they do not understand.
  c. they generally do not understand the sophisticated details of research methodologies associated with investigations of the paranormal.
  d. scientists tend to avoid issues associated with popular or cultural topics.


laurnthompson

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Reply #1 on: Jun 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

A


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