ProfEd03 Quiz

What is purposive behaviorism?

• A branch of psychology that ignores behavior and focuses on emotions

• A branch of psychology that studies behavior without considering the purpose or goal

• A branch of psychology that combines the objective study of behavior with the purpose or goal of behavior

• A branch of psychology that focuses solely on cognitive theory

Who founded purposive behaviorism?

• Gestalt Psychologist

• John Watson

• Sigmund Freud

• Ivan Pavlov

According to Tolman, how is learning viewed in purposive behaviorism?

• Always based on emotions

• Always random and unpredictable

• Always based on instincts

• Always purposive and goal-directed

How does an organism learn in purposive behaviorism?

• By randomly responding to stimuli

• By pursuing signs to a goal

• By ignoring all external factors

• By following a strict set of rules

What did Tolman believe individuals do in addition to responding to stimuli?

• They are solely driven by instincts

• They act on beliefs, attitudes, changing conditions, and strive toward goals

• They only respond to stimuli

• They have no control over their behavior

How did Tolman view behavior in purposive behaviorism?

• As solely based on instincts

• As holistic, purposive, and cognitive

• As solely based on emotions

• As random and chaotic

What is another name for purposive behaviorism?

• Emotional Learning Theory

• Behaviorism 2.0

• Sign Learning Theory

• Cognitive Theory

What is the main focus of purposive behaviorism?

• Studying cognitive theory only

• Studying behavior while considering the purpose or goal

• Studying behavior without any purpose

• Studying emotions

Who is often seen as the link between behaviorism and cognitive theory?

• Ivan Pavlov

• John Watson

• Gestalt Psychologist

• Sigmund Freud

What are the principles of purposive behaviorism according to Tolman?

• Learning is always random and unpredictable

• Learning is always purposive and goal-directed

• Learning is always based on emotions

• Learning is always based on instincts