Smith is beginning an experiment that is designed to assess the degree to which grammar-school students understand the relationship between engaging in violent behavior and the consequences of such violence. Dr. Smith's approach seems most congruent with which approach to the study of learning?
A) behavioral
B) cognitive
C) neuropsychological
D) humanistic

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Dr. Smith's experiment, focusing on understanding the relationship between actions (engaging in violent behavior) and their consequences, aligns with the behavioral approach. This approach emphasizes observable behaviors and their responses, rather than internal processes like thoughts or emotions.

Smith Is Beginning an Experiment That Is Designed to Assess