Asked by Jaqueline Madera Campos on Sep 27, 2024

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When John Watson said,"Give me a dozen healthy infants ...," what was he arguing that behaviour is strongly influenced by

A)  environmental factors
B)  heredity factors 
C)  cultural factors
D)  subjective factors

Environmental Factors

Various elements in the surrounding environment that can influence physical, mental, and socio-economic outcomes for individuals and communities.

Heredity Factors

The genetic components passed from parents to offspring, influencing traits and predispositions.

Behaviour

Includes the actions or reactions of an organism, usually in relation to its environment, which can be observable or measurable.

  • Explain the concept of heredity and environment's joint influence on behavior.
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Cesar Abano1 day ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
John Watson argued that behaviour is strongly influenced by environmental factors, as he believed that any child could be shaped to become any type of person through nurture and environment, rather than genetics or inherent traits. Watson believed that all human behaviour was the result of conditioning and that a person's environment was the primary factor in shaping their behaviour. Therefore, the best choice is A – environmental factors.