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Developmental Psychology and Behavior Analysis Quiz

#1

Which of the following is an example of a reflex?

Pulling away from a hot stove
Explanation

Involuntary response to a stimulus.

#2

What is the term for the process of learning through observation and imitation?

Social learning
Explanation

Learning from observing others.

#3

Which theorist proposed the psychosocial stages of development?

Erik Erikson
Explanation

Developmental stages involving conflicts.

#4

In operant conditioning, what is the process of increasing the likelihood of a behavior by removing an aversive stimulus called?

Negative reinforcement
Explanation

Strengthening behavior by removing negative consequences.

#5

Which of the following is NOT a stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development?

Intuitive operational stage
Explanation

Non-existent stage in Piaget's theory.

#6

What is the term for the tendency to focus only on one aspect of a situation and ignore other relevant aspects?

Centration
Explanation

Focus on single feature while disregarding others.

#7

Who is known for the theory of attachment, which emphasizes the importance of early relationships in shaping personality?

John Bowlby
Explanation

Attachment theory pioneer.

#8

What is the term for the cognitive distortion where individuals believe that everyone is watching and evaluating their behavior?

Imaginary audience
Explanation

Belief that one is the focus of others' attention.

#9

Which of the following is NOT a component of Albert Bandura's social cognitive theory?

Reinforcement
Explanation

Exclusion from Bandura's theory components.

#10

What is the term for the tendency to use an available solution to a problem without considering other options?

Functional fixedness
Explanation

Inability to see alternative uses for objects.

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