Participants watch videos of three people who are both similar and different on a variety of dimensions.They then are asked to classify two of them as similar and one as different.The way that participants make these classifications reveals their:

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The situation described in the question is a classic example of George Kelly's personal construct theory, which holds that individuals classify and interpret the world around them based on their own personal constructs or mental frameworks. In this situation, participants are using their personal constructs to classify the individuals in the videos as either similar or different. Therefore, the correct answer is personal constructs (choice C). Outcome expectancies (choice A) refer to the beliefs about the consequences of one's actions and decisions. Locus of control (choice B) describes the extent to which individuals believe they have control over events in their lives. Schemas (choice D) are cognitive structures that organize information and influence the way individuals perceive and remember information.

Participants Watch Videos of Three People Who Are Both Similar