Quiz on Behaviorism

What is the primary idea of behaviorism?

• Behavior is solely determined by genetics

• A science of behavior is possible

• A science of behavior is impossible

• Behavior is solely determined by environment

Which term refers to the earlier version of behaviorism based on realism?

• Pragmatic behaviorism

• Cognitive behaviorism

• Methodological behaviorism

• Radical behaviorism

Who is considered the founder of behaviorism?

• John B. Watson

• Ivan Pavlov

• B.F. Skinner

• Sigmund Freud

What does radical behaviorism reject?

• Determinism

• Mentalism

• Behavior analysis

• Pragmatism

What is the term for the belief that behavior is determined by heredity and environment?

• Free will

• Determinism

• Behaviorism

• Libertarianism

Which of the following is a key characteristic of objective psychology?

• Emphasis on mental states

• Use of subjective methods

• Reliance on observable behavior

• Focus on introspection

What does the term 'libertarian free will' imply?

• Behavior is influenced by environment only

• Behavior is determined by genetics

• Individuals can choose their actions freely

• All actions are predetermined

What is the main criticism of free will according to behaviorists?

• It is a necessary belief for democracy

• It undermines moral responsibility

• It is universally accepted

• It is a scientifically proven concept

What does the term 'soft determinism' suggest?

• All behavior is predetermined

• Behavior is influenced by past experiences

• Free will is an illusion

• Free will exists independently of environment

Which of the following best describes behavior analysis?

• A form of mentalism

• A branch of philosophy

• A method of introspection

• A science of behavior