Question 1

After his city's baseball team won the world series, Chris ran through the streets with thousands of other fans cheering "We won the series! We won the series!" What does this exemplify

Accepted Answer

Basking in reflect glory refers to the tendency of individuals to associate themselves with success, even if they had no direct involvement in it. In this case, Chris is celebrating the victory of the baseball team, which makes him feel like he is part of a successful group.

Question 2

Social desirability is a form of which of the following

Accepted Answer

Social desirability is a form of impression management where an individual intentionally presents themselves in a way that will be perceived favorably by others. This can result in responses that may not be entirely honest but are socially desirable. Therefore, option B (impression management) is the best choice. Option A (face validity) is incorrect because face validity refers to whether a measure appears, on its face, to measure what it is intended to measure. Option C (self-awareness) and D (self-differentiation) are unrelated to social desirability.

Question 3

Which of the following refers to our evaluation of whether social groups to which we belong have worth

Accepted Answer

Collective self-esteem refers to our evaluation of whether social groups to which we belong have worth. Self-efficacy pertains to one's belief in their abilities to accomplish tasks, self-compassion involves being kind and understanding towards oneself, and impression management refers to the conscious or unconscious efforts to influence the perceptions of others.

Question 4

Which of the following refers to the degree to which you believe that you are capable of completing a specific goal

Accepted Answer

Self-efficacy refers to one's belief in their ability to successfully complete a goal or task. It is a key factor in determining whether an individual will even attempt a task, and can greatly affect motivation and performance. Self-comparison, self-esteem, and self-awareness are related but not interchangeable concepts.

Question 5

Which of the following refers to an excessive love of oneself

Accepted Answer

Narcissism refers to an excessive love of oneself, often accompanied by a sense of entitlement and a lack of empathy for others.

Question 6

Which of the following contributes to self-esteem

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

Carlos is a graduate of Harvard University. He takes great pride in this, and stills cheers on Harvard sports teams. Which of the following does Carlos likely have high levels of

Accepted Answer

Collective self-esteem refers to an individual's level of pride in the groups they are a part of, such as their university or sports teams. Carlos takes great pride in Harvard, indicating high levels of collective self-esteem. Self-monitoring refers to the extent to which individuals are attuned to the social cues of their environment, impression management refers to the strategies individuals use to control the impression others have of them, and self-awareness refers to an individual's ability to recognize and understand their own emotions and behaviors.

Question 8

Asking oneself the question "Am I of worth?" is an example of______.

Accepted Answer

Asking oneself "Am I of worth?" is an example of self-esteem because it reflects a possible evaluation of one's worth or value as a person. Self-esteem can be defined as one's overall assessment of their worth as a person, including their beliefs and feelings about themselves. Entitlement and narcissism usually involve exaggerating one's worth, while self-compassion refers to treating oneself kindly and supporting oneself during difficult times, which is not necessarily the case in this scenario.

Question 9

Crosby is a registered nurse applying for an entry-level position at a hospital. During the interview, Crosby notes that he has the knowledge and skills needed to work on the general care floor of the hospital. What does this exemplify

Accepted Answer

Crosby's statement exemplifies self-efficacy, which is the belief in one's abilities to perform tasks or achieve goals. Crosby is expressing confidence in his ability to work on the general care floor of the hospital based on his knowledge and skills as a registered nurse. Self-comparison would involve comparing oneself to others, while entitlement and narcissism involve overestimating one's abilities and entitlement to certain privileges or treatment.

Question 10

______ validity refers to the intention of measurement tool being overtly.

Accepted Answer

Face validity refers to the extent to which a measurement tool appears to be measuring what it is intended to measure. In other words, it refers to whether the tool looks like it is measuring what it is supposed to measure. It is a subjective type of validity and does not imply that the tool is actually measuring what it intends to measure.

Question 11

Positive illusions may sometimes be called______.

Accepted Answer

Positive illusions are mild self-deceptions, in which people perceive themselves or their circumstances in a more positive light than is objectively true. It is not the cold, hard truth or narcissistic behavior. While positive illusions are a part of one's self, they cannot be considered as one of many versions of self.

Question 12

After her son dies of a heroin overdose, Kathy finds new meaning by becoming an advocate for health care reform. She spends much of her free time petitioning legislators to pass reform that will deter drug use. What is this an example of

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

Which of the following describes our subjective personal evaluation of our self-concept

Accepted Answer

Self-esteem refers to the subjective evaluation we make about our self-concept. It is the degree to which we feel positive or negative about ourselves and the worth we place on our own abilities and characteristics. Self-differentiation, self-comparison, and self-awareness are related concepts, but they do not refer specifically to our personal evaluation of our self-concept.

Question 14

A critical assumption of an explicit, self-report self-esteem measure is that the participant is able to provide______ responses each time.

Accepted Answer

An explicit, self-report self-esteem measure relies on the participant's ability to provide accurate responses about their own self-esteem. If the responses are not accurate, the measure may not be an effective tool for assessing self-esteem.

Question 15

BIRGing specifically refers to which type of behavior

Accepted Answer

BIRGing (Basking In Reflected Glory) specifically refers to the behavior of individuals who associate themselves with successful others (such as their favorite sports team) in order to boost their own collective self-esteem. It is not related to narcissism, inclusion of other in self, or entitlement.

Question 16

What does optimal margin theory allow individuals to do

Accepted Answer

Optimal margin theory suggests that a moderate level of self-deception can be beneficial, allowing individuals to maintain a positive self-view and cope better with life's challenges.

Question 17

Which of the following is an indirect way to measure the strength of particular beliefs and constructs

Accepted Answer

The Implicit Association Test is an indirect way of measuring the strength of particular beliefs and constructs by measuring the speed at which individuals associate stimuli with specific beliefs or constructs, without directly asking them about their beliefs. The other options, such as the IOS scale, mirror self-recognition test, and self-perception scale, are more direct methods of measuring beliefs and constructs.

Question 18

Which of the following describes an orientation to care for oneself

Accepted Answer

Self-compassion refers to the practice of treating oneself with kindness, care, and understanding, especially in times of weakness or failure. It involves recognizing one's own suffering and extending compassion and support to oneself, rather than being self-critical or judgmental. This orientation to care for oneself can promote resilience, emotional well-being, and the ability to manage stress and challenges effectively. Self-differentiation refers to the process of developing a separate identity and sense of self in relation to others, self-esteem refers to one's evaluation of oneself based on perceived worth or value, and self-awareness refers to the ability to recognize and understand one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. While these concepts may be related to self-care or self-improvement, they do not specifically capture an orientation to care for oneself.

Question 19

The study of White, Black, and Asian college students and their views of their own race shows which of the following

Accepted Answer

The study explores how the views of social groups one belongs to affects one's self-concept by analyzing the perspectives of White, Black, and Asian college students regarding their own racial identity.

Question 20

A belief that departs from the truth and allows us to remain optimistic are referred to as which of the following

Accepted Answer

Positive illusions are beliefs that depart from reality but allow individuals to maintain an optimistic outlook on life. These can include beliefs about one's abilities, the future, or relationships. Entitlement refers to the belief that one is deserving of certain privileges or treatment, while self-deception involves intentionally or unintentionally deceiving oneself about reality. Self-awareness refers to an individual's ability to understand and recognize their own thoughts and emotions.

Quiz 3: The Social Self