Wanda is very quiet around people in authority, but she can be loud and boisterous among her peers. Which of the following theorists would explain the difference in Wanda's behavior in terms of situational factors?

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Walter Mischel's personality theory emphasizes the impact of situational factors on behavior, rather than personality traits alone. Therefore, he would explain the difference in Wanda's behavior as being influenced by the situations she is in.

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