F. Skinner extended his ideas regarding operant conditioning to human behavior and social problems. He wrote about these views in his book, Beyond Freedom and Dignity. Which of the following statements most accurately reflects Skinner's views as asserted in his book?
A)''Each individual is responsible for his or her own individual freedom.''
B)''Our biological tendencies create behavioral tendencies.''
C)''A person does not act upon the world, the world acts upon him.''
D)''We are all ultimately responsible for the choices that we make.''

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Skinner's views in "Beyond Freedom and Dignity" emphasize the impact of environmental factors on human behavior, suggesting that behavior is largely shaped by external stimuli rather than individual autonomy or free will. This aligns with the statement that "A person does not act upon the world, the world acts upon him," reflecting Skinner's belief in the determinative power of the environment on human action.

F Skinner Extended His Ideas Regarding Operant Conditioning to Human