We process associations among events, and, in so doing, create new, unconscious, mental expectancies about how events are interconnected, according to the
A) informational view.
B) law of effect.
C) instrumental view.
D) Premack principle.

Question

We process associations among events, and, in so doing, create new, unconscious, mental expectancies about how events are interconnected, according to the
A) ​informational view.
B) ​law of effect.
C) ​instrumental view.
D) ​Premack principle.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The informational view proposes that we create mental representations of associations among events, which in turn create expectancies about how events are interconnected. This process occurs unconsciously and helps us navigate and respond to our environment. The other choices (law of effect, instrumental view, and Premack principle) are related to learning theory and behaviorism, and are not directly relevant to the idea of creating mental expectancies.

We Process Associations Among Events, And, in So Doing, Create