Question 1

When Armen first heard the hit song "Lemonade," he wasn't at all sure he liked it.The more often he heard it played,however,the more he enjoyed it.Armen's reaction illustrates

Accepted Answer

Armen's change in liking the song after repeated exposure is an example of the mere exposure effect, which is the phenomenon where repeated exposure to a stimulus enhances feelings of liking or preference for that stimulus. The bystander effect refers to the tendency for individuals to be less likely to offer help in emergency situations when other people are present. The reciprocity norm is the social expectation that people will respond with prosocial behavior towards those who have helped them in the past. Mirror-image perceptions refer to the reciprocal views of each other often held by parties engaged in a conflict, where each side views themselves as ethical and peaceful while the other side is seen as aggressive and hostile.

Question 2

A significant danger of media violence is that impressionable viewers are subsequently more likely to enact the ________ provided by the media.

Accepted Answer

Social scripts refer to the patterns of behavior that are portrayed or reinforced in the media, and research has shown that exposure to violent media can increase the likelihood of individuals enacting violent behaviors depicted in those scripts.

Question 3

High rates of violence are most common among those who experience minimal levels of

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that children who grow up in homes without a father figure or with minimal father care are more likely to experience high levels of violence, aggression, and delinquency.

Question 4

Research on physical attractiveness indicates that

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that infants prefer photos of faces that are of the same race as the ones they see most frequently, which is usually of their own race. This preference for familiarity is evident even in infants as young as 3 months old.

Question 5

A culturally provided conception as to how to behave appropriately during an employment interview is best described as a

Accepted Answer

A socially provided conception for how to behave during an employment interview is a social script, which provides guidance for appropriate behavior in a particular social context. Stereotypes refer to generalized beliefs about a group of people, while social-responsibility norms are expectations regarding how individuals should behave in order to promote the welfare of their community. Ingroup bias refers to the tendency to favor individuals who belong to the same group as oneself over those who belong to different groups.

Question 6

People tend to prefer a(n)________ image of themselves,while their friends prefer a(n)________ version of them.

Accepted Answer

People tend to have a biased view of themselves and may see themselves through a more positive lens. This can lead to a preference for a mirrored image of themselves. On the other hand, friends may have a more objective view of the person and prefer to see the actual version of them.

Question 7

Thomas grew up in a household in which his father hit his mother whenever he became frustrated about work or money.Thomas,who frequently hits his girlfriend whenever he becomes frustrated,has developed an aggressive _____ for handling frustration.

Accepted Answer

Thomas has developed a social script for handling frustration in which he uses physical aggression as a means of coping. This behavior was learned from his upbringing and exemplifies the power of observation and imitation in social learning theory.

Question 8

Violent crime and spousal abuse rates have been found to be higher during

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that violent crime and spousal abuse rates increase during the summer months when temperatures are higher. The heat can cause people to become irritable and impulsive, and can also lead to an increase in alcohol and drug use, which can further exacerbate violent tendencies. There is no evidence to suggest that political elections, holiday weekends, or rainy days have a significant impact on these rates.

Question 9

After a month of watching violent pornographic movies on late-night cable TV,Myron will probably be

Accepted Answer

Exposure to violent pornographic movies can desensitize individuals to sexual violence and increase their acceptance of coercion against women. It is not likely to change their beliefs about the frequency of rape or the severity of the crime, as these are based on societal attitudes and values. However, it can influence their attitudes towards consent and their willingness to use force in sexual situations.

Question 10

Social script refers to

Accepted Answer

Social scripts are culturally modeled guides for how to act in various situations. These guides include norms, expectations, and rules for behavior in social situations. Social scripts can vary by culture and may be learned and internalized through socialization processes.

Question 11

Professor Lindsten emphasized that aggressive behavior often involves the interactive influence of personal frustration,exposure to aggressive models,and heightened levels of arousal.The professor's emphasis best illustrates

Accepted Answer

The biopsychosocial approach considers the interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors, which aligns with the emphasis on personal frustration (psychological), exposure to aggressive models (social), and heightened arousal (biological).

Question 12

Bullying younger children earns Diego the attention and respect of many classmates.As a result,his bullying behavior increases.This most clearly suggests that his aggression is a(n)

Accepted Answer

The fact that Diego's bullying behavior increases suggests that it is a learned response, meaning that he has learned that this behavior earns him attention and respect from his peers.

Question 13

When temperatures rise in summer,the rates of violent crimes increase.This is best explained in terms of

Accepted Answer

The frustration-aggression principle suggests that frustration, often caused by external factors such as high temperatures, can lead to aggressive behavior. Therefore, the increase in violent crimes during the summer when temperatures rise could be best explained by this principle.

Question 14

In contrast to watching violence on television,participating in violent video games involves

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

People tend to like the letters of their own name better than other letters.This is best explained in terms of

Accepted Answer

The mere exposure effect is the tendency to develop a preference for something because we are familiar with it. In this case, people are more familiar with the letters of their own name and therefore tend to like them more than other letters.

Question 16

An increased liking for an unfamiliar stimulus following repeated experience with it is known as

Accepted Answer

The described phenomenon is known as the mere exposure effect. It refers to the tendency for people to develop a preference for things simply because they are familiar with them. Repeated exposure to a stimulus can increase positive feelings toward it, even if it was initially neutral or somewhat disliked.

Question 17

In the television program Seinfeld,George tried to make himself more attractive to a woman he just met by leaving his keys at her house,showing up at her place of work,and shopping at a store she frequented.He believed that his frequent appearances would cause her to like him.George is attempting to use

Accepted Answer

George is attempting to use the mere exposure effect, which refers to the phenomenon that people tend to develop a preference for things simply because they are familiar with them or have been exposed to them frequently. His plan is based on the belief that by appearing frequently in places where the woman he is interested in is likely to be, he can increase her exposure to him and therefore make himself more attractive to her.

Question 18

Parents who discipline their children with beatings are often teaching aggression through the process of

Accepted Answer

The process of teaching behavior through observation and imitation of others is known as modeling. Parents who discipline their children with beatings may unintentionally model aggression and violence as an acceptable solution to problems, which can lead to aggressive behavior in their children. Social scripts refer to the expectations and norms of behavior within a particular social context, scapegoat theory suggests that individuals may redirect aggression onto someone else to avoid taking personal responsibility, and blaming the victim refers to the phenomenon of attributing blame to individuals who have experienced harm or abuse.

Question 19

The mere exposure effect most directly contributes to the positive relationship between ________ and liking.

Accepted Answer

The mere exposure effect refers to the phenomenon that people tend to develop a preference for things simply because they are familiar with them. Proximity (D) can increase exposure to someone or something, leading to a greater likelihood of liking them. Therefore, the mere exposure effect most directly contributes to the positive relationship between proximity and liking.

Question 20

Jordan does not spank her 5-year-old son and uses positive verbal reinforcement to encourage more positive behavior.Jordan is trying to create a nonviolent,positive _____ for her son.

Accepted Answer

Jordan is creating social scripts for her son by using positive verbal reinforcement. Social scripts are patterns of behavior that individuals learn through observation, and positive verbal reinforcement helps to reinforce positive behaviors. This creates a positive environment and encourages the child to continue exhibiting positive behaviors.

Quiz 11: Social Psychology

When Armen first heard the hit song "Lemonade," he wasn't at all sure he liked it.The more often he heard it played,however,the more he enjoyed it.Armen's reaction illustrates

A significant danger of media violence is that impressionable viewers are subsequently more likely to enact the ________ provided by the media.

High rates of violence are most common among those who experience minimal levels of

Research on physical attractiveness indicates that

A culturally provided conception as to how to behave appropriately during an employment interview is best described as a

People tend to prefer a(n) image of themselves,while their friends prefer a(n) version of them.

Thomas grew up in a household in which his father hit his mother whenever he became frustrated about work or money.Thomas,who frequently hits his girlfriend whenever he becomes frustrated,has developed an aggressive _____ for handling frustration.

Violent crime and spousal abuse rates have been found to be higher during

After a month of watching violent pornographic movies on late-night cable TV,Myron will probably be

Social script refers to

Professor Lindsten emphasized that aggressive behavior often involves the interactive influence of personal frustration,exposure to aggressive models,and heightened levels of arousal.The professor's emphasis best illustrates

Bullying younger children earns Diego the attention and respect of many classmates.As a result,his bullying behavior increases.This most clearly suggests that his aggression is a(n)

When temperatures rise in summer,the rates of violent crimes increase.This is best explained in terms of

In contrast to watching violence on television,participating in violent video games involves

People tend to like the letters of their own name better than other letters.This is best explained in terms of

An increased liking for an unfamiliar stimulus following repeated experience with it is known as

Parents who discipline their children with beatings are often teaching aggression through the process of

The mere exposure effect most directly contributes to the positive relationship between ________ and liking.

Jordan does not spank her 5-year-old son and uses positive verbal reinforcement to encourage more positive behavior.Jordan is trying to create a nonviolent,positive _____ for her son.

Quiz 11: Social Psychology

When Armen first heard the hit song "Lemonade," he wasn't at all sure he liked it.The more often he heard it played,however,the more he enjoyed it.Armen's reaction illustrates

A significant danger of media violence is that impressionable viewers are subsequently more likely to enact the ________ provided by the media.

High rates of violence are most common among those who experience minimal levels of

Research on physical attractiveness indicates that

A culturally provided conception as to how to behave appropriately during an employment interview is best described as a

People tend to prefer a(n) ________ image of themselves,while their friends prefer a(n) ________ version of them.

Thomas grew up in a household in which his father hit his mother whenever he became frustrated about work or money.Thomas,who frequently hits his girlfriend whenever he becomes frustrated,has developed an aggressive _____ for handling frustration.

Violent crime and spousal abuse rates have been found to be higher during

After a month of watching violent pornographic movies on late-night cable TV,Myron will probably be

Social script refers to

Professor Lindsten emphasized that aggressive behavior often involves the interactive influence of personal frustration,exposure to aggressive models,and heightened levels of arousal.The professor's emphasis best illustrates

Bullying younger children earns Diego the attention and respect of many classmates.As a result,his bullying behavior increases.This most clearly suggests that his aggression is a(n)

When temperatures rise in summer,the rates of violent crimes increase.This is best explained in terms of

In contrast to watching violence on television,participating in violent video games involves

People tend to like the letters of their own name better than other letters.This is best explained in terms of

An increased liking for an unfamiliar stimulus following repeated experience with it is known as

Parents who discipline their children with beatings are often teaching aggression through the process of

The mere exposure effect most directly contributes to the positive relationship between ________ and liking.

Jordan does not spank her 5-year-old son and uses positive verbal reinforcement to encourage more positive behavior.Jordan is trying to create a nonviolent,positive _____ for her son.

People tend to prefer a(n) image of themselves,while their friends prefer a(n) version of them.