AP Psychologyhardmcq1 pt
Learned helplessness develops when
A.repeated failure convinces a person (or animal) that effort is futile
B.reinforcement is continuous
C.a person observes success
D.punishment is never used
Explanation
Core Concept
Seligman's dogs stopped escaping after unavoidable shocks — the model for depression's passivity.
Correct Answer
Arepeated failure convinces a person (or animal) that effort is futile
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