About Behaviorism, Chapter 10: The Inner World of Motivation and Emotion, Quote 1

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About Behaviorism, Chapter 10: The Inner World of Motivation and Emotion, Quote 1

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Post published:June 21, 2017
Post category:Skinner's Quote of the Day

“A self or personality is at best a repertoire of behavior imparted by an organized set of contingencies.” (p.164)

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SKINNER'S QUOTE OF THE DAY

“A self or personality is at best a repertoire of behavior imparted by an organized set of contingencies.” (p.164)

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