Developmental Psychology

Achieve Test Prep: Developmental Psychology

106. Which of the following describes the theoretical perspective of development being based on intrinsic sources of motivation? A) Humanism B) Psychodynamic C) Ecological D) Behaviorism

107. Dr. Findlay believes that all behavior is learned. She is not interested in the person’s mind; she studies only what is observable and measurable. Dr. Findlay utilizes what approach to psychology?

A) Psychoanalytic B) Psychodynamic

C) Behavioral D) Ecological

108. If young Lauren’s parents encourage her to ask questions, to use her imagination, and give her freedom to choose some activities, her parents are encouraging what, according to Erikson? A) Openness B) Identity

C) Creativity D) Initiative

109. Cohort effects are concerned with people of different ___________. A) Ethnic backgrounds B) Age groupings C) SES backgrounds D) Geographical regions 110. Thorndike’s Law of Effect states that when a behavior is pleasant, it is what? A) Less likely to be replaced B) Less likely to cause avoidance C) More likely to be stable D) Less likely to cause issues later in life

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