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fahad

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Chapter 1 presents some information about the history of cognition. According to this discussion
 
  a. the issue of how humans acquire knowledge was not considered until about 80 years ago.
  b. the birthday of scientific psychology is usually traced to the first studies of John B. Watson.
  c. behaviorism is an approach that relies on objective, observable reactions.
  d. behaviorists have been primarily interested in studying images and thought processes.

Question 2

Which statement about the history of cognition is correct?
 
  a. Behaviorists favored the introspection technique.
  b. William James emphasized that the human mind is active, rather than passive.
  c. Research in cognition thrived during the period when behaviorism was strongest.
  d. Behaviorists were influential in conducting research on problem solving.



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: c

Answer to Question 2

Ans: b




fahad

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Reply 2 on: Jun 20, 2018
Gracias!


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Excellent

 

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