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ericka1

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Which of the following is true of Skinner in the context of assessment methods?
 
  a. He followed mainstream experimental psychology.
  b. He relied primarily on correlation.
  c. He preferred the intensive study of a single subject.
  d. He used data from the average performance of groups of subjects.

Question 2

Which of the following approaches of assessing behavior may include quantification of heart rate, muscle tension, and brain waves?
 
  a. Physiological measurement of behavior
  b. Self-reports of behavior
  c. Direct observation of behavior
  d. Analysis of cognitive processes



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
FEEDBACK: In experimental psychology, the usual procedure is to study large groups of animal or human subjects and to statistically compare their average responses. In contrast, Skinner preferred the intensive study of a single subject. He argued that data on the average performance of groups is of little value in dealing with a particular case.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
FEEDBACK: Physiological assessments of behavior include heart rate, muscle tension, and brain waves. By recording such measurements, it is possible to evaluate the physiological effects of various stimuli. The measures can also be used to confirm the accuracy of information obtained by other assessment methods.



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