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question 4
what is the main idea of the behavioral perspective on personality?
a personality is formed solely in childhood.
b personality theory should be based on social health.
c personality is significantly shaped by the reinforcements and consequences outside of the organism.
d personality is significantly shaped by the biology of the organism.
question 5
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Explanation:

The behavioral perspective on personality emphasizes that personality is shaped by external factors like reinforcements and consequences (operant conditioning, etc.). Option A is incorrect as personality isn't formed solely in childhood. Option B is irrelevant to the behavioral perspective's focus. Option D relates to biological factors, not behavioral. Option C aligns with behavioral theory's focus on external reinforcements shaping personality.

Answer:

C. Personality is significantly shaped by the reinforcements and consequences outside of the organism.