Behaviorism is its ability to define behavior clearly and to measure changes in____________?
Correct answer: B. Behavior
- A. Mental
- B. Behavior
- C. Both
- D. None of these
Explanation
A major strength of behaviorism is that it defines behavior in observable terms and measures change objectively. Mental states may be discussed by other approaches, but they are not the behaviorist’s primary measurement target.
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