Question 1

Dr. Strayer investigates the mental processes we use to make sense of our social environment and form judgments about the characteristics and motives of other people. Dr. Strayer is mostlikely a(n) _____ psychologist.

Accepted Answer

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Question 2

Dr. Krane studies questions such as why we conform to group norms, what compels us to obey authority figures, and the conditions under which people will help a stranger. Dr. Krane'sresearch focuses on an area of social psychology called:

Accepted Answer

Dr. Krane's research focuses on social influence, which involves the ways in which individuals are influenced by others in their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This includes why we conform, obey authority, and help strangers, which are all examples of social influence. Social cognition (A) focuses on how we perceive, remember, and interpret information about ourselves and others, while social perception (B) focuses on how we form impressions of others based on their behavior and characteristics. Ethnocentrism (D) is the tendency to view one's own group or culture as superior to others.

Question 3

This picture shows the sweet, innocent princess with her wicked stepmother who is disguised as an old, ugly woman in this scene from the movie Enchanted. This picture is used to illustrate aculturally conditioned bias called:

Accepted Answer

This picture is used to illustrate the culturally conditioned bias called the "what is beautiful is good" effect, which is the tendency to associate physical attractiveness with positive traits such as kindness, intelligence, and competence. The contrast between the sweet, innocent princess and the old, ugly stepmother reinforces this bias.

Question 4

According to your textbook, an important social psychology concept is your sense of self, which involves:

Accepted Answer

Your sense of self is your sense of identity, which has been shaped and influenced by social, cultural, and psychological experiences. It includes your beliefs, attitudes, values, and self-concept. While conscious and unconscious mental processes are involved in shaping your sense of self, it is ultimately a product of your experiences with the world around you.

Question 5

What does this photo show?

Accepted Answer

The man in the middle is being strapped to the ―electric chair‖ as part of Milgram's obedience studies. The experiment aimed to test how far people were willing to obey authority figures, even if it meant inflicting harm on others. The "electric chair" was actually a prop, but participants believed they were administering increasingly painful electric shocks to another person in a separate room.

Question 6

This photo shows adolescents who are wearing similar clothes and are behaving in a similar fashion. What is this tendency toadjust one's behavior or attitude to group norms called?

Accepted Answer

The tendency to adjust one's behavior or attitude to group norms is called conformity. This can be observed in the photo where the adolescents are wearing similar clothes and behaving similarly, indicating they are conforming to their peer group's expectations. Prosocial behavior refers to actions that benefit others, altruism is acting selflessly to help others, and ethnocentrism is the belief in the superiority of one's own ethnic group. None of these concepts accurately describe the behavior exhibited in the photo.

Question 7

_____ is to how we interpret the meaning of other people's behavior as _____ is to how our behavior is affected by situational factors and other people.

Accepted Answer

Social cognition refers to how we interpret and understand the behavior of others, while social influence pertains to how our behavior is shaped by the presence and actions of others and situational factors.

Question 8

This picture shows a bicycle accident. The cyclist who has had the mishap is likely to blame the incident on external factors,such as having to swerve to avoid a pothole, rather than oninternal factors, such as his own carelessness or inattention. This tendency to distance ourselves from our failures is called:

Accepted Answer

The tendency to distance oneself from failures and attribute them to external factors is known as the self-serving bias. This bias helps us maintain our positive self-image by attributing successes to internal factors (our own abilities and efforts) and failures to external factors (situational or environmental factors beyond our control).

Question 9

An important social psychology concept is your sense of _____,which is an individual's unique sense of identity that has been influenced by social, cultural, and psychological experiences.

Accepted Answer

The concept being described aligns with the definition of self, which encompasses an individual's beliefs, attitudes, and values. Self-esteem and self-concept are two related constructs within the broader concept of self. Reciprocity is a social exchange process, direction is not directly related to the concept being described, and while humor can play a role in shaping one's sense of self, it is not the primary focus of the question.

Question 10

The perspective in psychology that is based on the premise that certain psychological processes and behavioral patterns evolved over hundreds of thousands of years because of their adaptiveand survival value is called:

Accepted Answer

Evolutionary psychology is based on the idea that certain psychological processes and behavioral patterns developed over time to help humans adapt and survive in their environment. This perspective examines how natural selection may have impacted the development of psychological traits, such as memory or attachment styles.

Question 11

Pamela observes that people don't sit next to strangers on the subway when there are empty seats available. She notices this also happens on the bus, in the movie theater, and in thecafeteria. Pamela's observations suggest that people's behaviorin these situations is governed by:

Accepted Answer

The behavior Pamela observes is consistent with the social norm of avoiding close proximity to strangers in public places. This norm is likely driven by a desire for personal space and a sense of comfort and safety. Stereotypes and prejudice may come into play in certain situations, but they do not seem to be the primary driver of this behavior. The rule of reciprocity is also unlikely to be relevant in this situation.

Question 12

What does this photo show?

Accepted Answer

The photo shows two groups of boys working in a cooperative effort, which is a key feature of Muzafer Sherif's Robbers Cave experiment. The experiment was designed to investigate intergroup conflict and cooperation. The boys were divided into two groups and brought to a summer camp, where they initially kept to themselves. The experimenters then introduced a series of challenges that required them to work together, such as pulling a truck or finding a hidden treasure. The experiment is notable for demonstrating how competition and shared goals can either exacerbate or mitigate intergroup hostility. It is considered a classic study in social psychology.

Question 13

Social psychology is a branch of psychology that focuses on abroad range of topics. According to your textbook, the two key research areas in social psychology are:

Accepted Answer

Social cognition focuses on how people perceive, remember, and interpret information about themselves and others, while social influence examines how the presence or actions of others can influence an individual's behavior, emotions, and thoughts. Implicit and explicit cognition are important concepts within these two key research areas of social psychology, but they are not the only focus areas. The rule of reciprocity and the rule of commitment are specific concepts within social influence theory, and ethnocentrism and altruism are specific topics within social psychology but do not encompass the full scope of the field.

Question 14

Person perception follows some basic principles. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

Accepted Answer

The statement "Your reactions to others are not determined by your perceptions of them, but rather by who, or what, they really are" is not a basic principle of person perception. In fact, person perception is often influenced by our own biases and assumptions, and our reactions to others are often based on our perceptions rather than objective reality. The other statements listed (A, B, and D) are all basic principles of person perception.

Question 15

The branch of psychology that studies how a person's thoughts,feelings, and behavior are influenced by the presence of other people and by the social and physical environment is called:

Accepted Answer

Social psychology is the branch of psychology that focuses on the ways that people are influenced by others and their environment. It looks at a wide range of social phenomena, including social perception, social interaction, conformity, obedience, group behavior, social influence, and attitudes. It also examines the impact of cultural and social factors on behavior and how individuals' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are shaped by their social context.

Question 16

Who is this person and for what is he famous?

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

This picture shows a volunteer for "Meals on Wheels," who delivers meals to about 65 elderly residents each week and also checks to make sure they are safe and healthy. Volunteers likethis one give their time and energy freely to help others. What social psychology concept is illustrated here?

Accepted Answer

This picture illustrates the concept of prosocial behavior, which refers to actions intended to benefit others, such as volunteering to deliver meals to elderly residents.

Question 18

According to your textbook, _____ is an area of social psychology that studies the effect of situational factors and other people on an individual's behavior.

Accepted Answer

Social influence is the area of social psychology that studies how situational factors and other people influence an individual's behavior. Social categorization refers to the process of grouping people based on characteristics or traits, while social cognition is the study of how people gather and use information about others in social situations. Explicit cognition refers to conscious, deliberate thinking processes.

Question 19

The "rules," or expectations, for appropriate behavior in aparticular social situation are called:

Accepted Answer

Social norms are the shared beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors that are expected in a particular social situation or group. They provide a framework for appropriate behavior and are influenced by culture, history, and social interactions. Social norms can be explicit or implicit, and vary across different contexts and cultures. Understanding and following social norms helps individuals navigate social interactions and avoid social rejection or criticism.

Question 20

The study of the mental processes people use to make sense oftheir social environment is called:

Accepted Answer

Social cognition refers to the mental processes people use to understand, interpret, and respond to their social world. This includes processes such as perception, attention, memory, and decision-making, all of which are important for understanding how people form judgments and make sense of the social world around them. The study of social cognition is important in helping us understand how people navigate complex social situations, and how we can promote greater understanding and empathy between individuals and groups.

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Dr. Strayer investigates the mental processes we use to make sense of our social environment and form judgments about the characteristics and motives of other people. Dr. Strayer is mostlikely a(n) _____ psychologist.

Dr. Krane studies questions such as why we conform to group norms, what compels us to obey authority figures, and the conditions under which people will help a stranger. Dr. Krane'sresearch focuses on an area of social psychology called:

This picture shows the sweet, innocent princess with her wicked stepmother who is disguised as an old, ugly woman in this scene from the movie Enchanted. This picture is used to illustrate aculturally conditioned bias called:

According to your textbook, an important social psychology concept is your sense of self, which involves:

What does this photo show?

This photo shows adolescents who are wearing similar clothes and are behaving in a similar fashion. What is this tendency toadjust one's behavior or attitude to group norms called?

_ is to how we interpret the meaning of other people's behavior as _ is to how our behavior is affected by situational factors and other people.

An important social psychology concept is your sense of _____,which is an individual's unique sense of identity that has been influenced by social, cultural, and psychological experiences.

The perspective in psychology that is based on the premise that certain psychological processes and behavioral patterns evolved over hundreds of thousands of years because of their adaptiveand survival value is called:

Pamela observes that people don't sit next to strangers on the subway when there are empty seats available. She notices this also happens on the bus, in the movie theater, and in thecafeteria. Pamela's observations suggest that people's behaviorin these situations is governed by:

What does this photo show?

Social psychology is a branch of psychology that focuses on abroad range of topics. According to your textbook, the two key research areas in social psychology are:

Person perception follows some basic principles. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

The branch of psychology that studies how a person's thoughts,feelings, and behavior are influenced by the presence of other people and by the social and physical environment is called:

Who is this person and for what is he famous?

This picture shows a volunteer for "Meals on Wheels," who delivers meals to about 65 elderly residents each week and also checks to make sure they are safe and healthy. Volunteers likethis one give their time and energy freely to help others. What social psychology concept is illustrated here?

According to your textbook, _____ is an area of social psychology that studies the effect of situational factors and other people on an individual's behavior.

The "rules," or expectations, for appropriate behavior in aparticular social situation are called:

The study of the mental processes people use to make sense oftheir social environment is called: