Upon reflecting upon your own behaviour, you come to the conclusion that you behave in a very predictable fashion. You feel that you don't really choose your behaviours freely or consciously. Rather, you believe that your behaviour is controlled by what has happened to you in the past. Which of the following theorists would be most likely to agree with you?

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B.F. Skinner's theory of behaviorism holds that behavior is determined by the environment and past experiences, rather than conscious decision-making or internal factors. He argued that reinforcement or punishment of certain behaviors can shape future behavior, which supports the idea that behavior is somewhat predictable and controlled by past experiences.

Upon Reflecting Upon Your Own Behaviour, You Come to the Conclusion