Question 1

Which of the following represents an example of social facilitation?
A) A talented musician performs better in front of a instructor than an audience.
B) An individual's test score improves after studying with a group of friends the previous evening.
C) An individual concentrates better on his exam after the teacher moves him to a more quiet room.
D) An individual runs faster with a group of friends than by herself.

Accepted Answer

Social facilitation refers to the phenomenon where the performance of an individual is influenced by the presence of others. In this case, the individual running faster with a group of friends than by herself is an example of social facilitation. The presence of others has led to improved performance.

Question 2

According to the concept of social facilitation,a social psychologist would predict that a talented pool player will perform ________ in front of an audience.
A) better
B) worse
C) the same
D) slightly worse

Accepted Answer

According to social facilitation theory, the presence of others can enhance performance on simple or well-learned tasks, such as playing pool. Therefore, the pool player is likely to perform better in front of an audience.

Question 3

Which of the following refers to the idea that just having another person present is enough to cause psychical arousal?
A) Mere presence
B) Distraction
C) Evaluation apprehension
D) Appraisal apprehension

Accepted Answer

Mere presence refers to the idea that simply having another person present can be enough to cause physical arousal, without any evaluation or appraisal apprehension. This phenomenon has been demonstrated in a variety of contexts, from the presence of a mere bystander in emergency situations to the presence of an audience during public speaking.

Question 4

Your basketball team is up by 50 points at halftime only to lose in the final seconds of the game due to your star player missing his free throw shots.If your teammate experienced increased arousal from the potential of being judged by the audience,this could be described as arousal due to:
A) evaluation apprehension.
B) mere presence.
C) decreased self-awareness.
D) distraction.

Accepted Answer

Evaluation apprehension refers to the increased arousal that people experience when they know that they are being watched and evaluated by others. In this case, the star player may have felt pressure from the audience's judgment and this could have contributed to his missed free throw shots, ultimately contributing to the team's loss. Therefore, choice A is the best option.

Question 5

According to the distraction conflict theory,when an individual is tackling a simple task,their motivation _____________ compared to if she is tackling a difficult task.
A) increases
B) decreases
C) stays the same
D) deteriorates

Accepted Answer

The distraction conflict theory suggests that the presence of others (or distractions) can increase arousal and motivation when the task at hand is simple, as the conflict between attending to the task and the distraction increases effort and motivation.

Question 6

The physiological arousal created by the presence of others enhances the ________ response.
A) dominant
B) non-dominant
C) correct
D) incorrect

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that the presence of others can increase dominant responses, which are assertive or aggressive behaviors that can help an individual establish control in a social situation. This is often referred to as the "social facilitation effect." In contrast, non-dominant responses, such as more passive or submissive behaviors, may be inhibited in the presence of others.

Question 7

The extent to which a group is connected refers to the_________ of a group.
A) unanimity
B) structure
C) cohesion
D) consistency

Accepted Answer

Cohesion refers to the degree of connectedness or unity within a group. The other options (unanimity, structure, consistency) are related to group dynamics but do not specifically refer to the degree of connectedness within a group.

Question 8

Zajonc and colleagues found that cockroaches performed worse in the presence of other cockroaches and better by themselves when tested in a complex maze.Their findings support the idea that _________ leads to increased arousal.
A) distraction
B) evaluation apprehension
C) mere presence
D) task difficulty

Accepted Answer

Zajonc's research found that the mere presence of other cockroaches led to decreased performance in a complex maze, suggesting that the presence of others increases arousal levels and can be distracting. The other options (distraction, evaluation apprehension, and task difficulty) do not directly relate to the presence of others and their effect on performance.

Question 9

Which of the following was NOT mentioned as a factor that may lead to increased arousal?
A) The complexity of a task
B) Distraction
C) Evaluation apprehension
D) Mere presence

Accepted Answer

The complexity of a task is not mentioned as a factor that may lead to increased arousal. Instead, factors like distraction, evaluation apprehension, and the mere presence of others are known to potentially increase arousal levels. Complexity of a task might affect performance or stress levels, but it is not directly cited as a factor for increased arousal in the context of social facilitation or similar psychological theories.

Question 10

Who would be the most likely to experience improved performance in the presence of an audience?
A) Terry, who is a competent ski instructor.
B) John, who just learned how to play pool.
C) Sarah, who plays tennis in the summers.
D) Tim, who is a talented Olympic swimmer.

Accepted Answer

Tim, who is a talented Olympic swimmer, would be most likely to experience improved performance in the presence of an audience. This is because the pressure of the audience can often lead to an increase in adrenaline, which can enhance performance. As an Olympic swimmer, Tim is likely used to competing in high-pressure situations and may thrive under these circumstances. The other three options (Terry, John, and Sarah) do not have the same level of experience or skill in their respective activities and may be more prone to performance anxiety in front of an audience, which could negatively impact their performance.

Question 11

In what is now considered a seminal study in social psychology,Norman Triplett timed participants winding a fishing reel as fast as possible.He found that the presence of others impacted performance in what way?
A) The presence of others did not impact participants' performance.
B) The presence of others hindered participants' performance.
C) The presence of others improved participants' performance.
D) The presence of others sometimes improved and sometimes hindered participants' performance.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In what is now considered a seminal...

Question 12

According to the concept of social facilitation,a social psychologist would predict that a novice pool player will perform ________ in front of an audience.
A) the same
B) better
C) worse
D) slightly better

Accepted Answer

According to the concept of social facilitation, the presence of an audience can enhance performance on simple tasks, but impair performance on complex tasks for novice performers. Pool playing is a complex task that requires precision and skill. Therefore, it is predicted that a novice pool player will perform worse in front of an audience.

Question 13

________ is the idea that one's performance will be hindered or heightened due to approval or disapproval from others.
A) Evaluation apprehension
B) Mere presence
C) Arousal
D) Assessment apprehension

Accepted Answer

Evaluation apprehension refers to the idea that individuals may feel anxious or nervous about their performance in front of others who are evaluating them. This can lead to either improved or hindered performance depending on the individual's perception of the evaluator's expectations.

Question 14

According to one study described in your textbook,an individual who spends a lot of time with a heavy drinker is _________to also drink to excess.
A) 20% less likely
B) 50% more likely
C) 20% more likely
D) not likely

Accepted Answer

According to the study described in the textbook, an individual who spends a lot of time with a heavy drinker is 50% more likely to also drink to excess.

Question 15

What is a proposed reason why sports teams have a tendency to lose critical games more often on their home turf?
A) Self-awareness decreases which decreases performance.
B) Increased pressure to succeed results in increased self-consciousness which then decreases performance.
C) Members of sports teams have less self-confidence in their abilities when they play on their home turf.
D) Self-monitoring decreases which decreases performance.

Accepted Answer

Increased pressure to succeed can result in increased self-consciousness, which can then decrease performance. This pressure may be greater when playing in front of a home crowd, leading to a higher likelihood of losing critical games.

Question 16

Well established groups are often characterized by all of the following EXCEPT?
A) Common goals
B) Common motives
C) Defined roles and statuses
D) Absence of social rank or hierarchy among group members

Accepted Answer

Well-established groups typically have some level of social hierarchy or rank among members based on the defined roles and statuses. Therefore, the absence of social rank or hierarchy among group members is not characteristic of a well-established group. Common goals, common motives, and defined roles and statuses are all typically present in well-established groups.

Question 17

_________refers to the idea that a person performing a task in front of others experiences a conflict of attention between the audience and the task at hand.
A) evaluation apprehension
B) distraction conflict theory
C) interruption conflict theory
D) disruption conflict theory

Accepted Answer

Distraction conflict theory explains how the presence of others can cause a conflict of attention between the audience and the task, leading to either enhanced or impaired performance depending on the task complexity and other factors.

Question 18

Research suggests that the presence of others can have either a positive or negative impact on our performance.According to information presented in your textbook,what factor helps to determine whether performance is enhanced or hindered by others?
A) The complexity of the task
B) The age of the individual
C) The familiarity of the task
D) How time-consuming the task is

Accepted Answer

The answer of Research suggests that the presence of others...

Question 19

A _________is defined as two or more people who are seen as a unit and interact with one another.
A) mass
B) group
C) clan
D) crowd

Accepted Answer

A group is a social entity consisting of two or more individuals who interact with one another and who recognize themselves as a distinct social unit. A mass is a large, unorganized group of people who may have a common goal or interest but do not necessarily interact with one another. A clan is a type of extended family that is often based on kinship ties. A crowd refers to a large group of people who are gathered together in one place, but they may not necessarily have any social interaction or common identity.

Question 20

Which of the following groups would likely have the highest level of cohesion?
A) A family vacationing in Italy
B) A group of people in line at a drugstore
C) A crowd of people at a concert
D) A group of classmates working on a school project

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following groups would likely...

Quiz 9: The Power of the Group

Which of the following represents an example of social facilitation?

According to the concept of social facilitation,a social psychologist would predict that a talented pool player will perform ________ in front of an audience.

Which of the following refers to the idea that just having another person present is enough to cause psychical arousal?

Your basketball team is up by 50 points at halftime only to lose in the final seconds of the game due to your star player missing his free throw shots.If your teammate experienced increased arousal from the potential of being judged by the audience,this could be described as arousal due to:

According to the distraction conflict theory,when an individual is tackling a simple task,their motivation _____________ compared to if she is tackling a difficult task.

The physiological arousal created by the presence of others enhances the ________ response.

The extent to which a group is connected refers to the_________ of a group.

Zajonc and colleagues found that cockroaches performed worse in the presence of other cockroaches and better by themselves when tested in a complex maze.Their findings support the idea that _________ leads to increased arousal.

Which of the following was NOT mentioned as a factor that may lead to increased arousal?

Who would be the most likely to experience improved performance in the presence of an audience?

In what is now considered a seminal study in social psychology,Norman Triplett timed participants winding a fishing reel as fast as possible.He found that the presence of others impacted performance in what way?

According to the concept of social facilitation,a social psychologist would predict that a novice pool player will perform ________ in front of an audience.

________ is the idea that one's performance will be hindered or heightened due to approval or disapproval from others.

According to one study described in your textbook,an individual who spends a lot of time with a heavy drinker is _________to also drink to excess.

What is a proposed reason why sports teams have a tendency to lose critical games more often on their home turf?

Well established groups are often characterized by all of the following EXCEPT?

_________refers to the idea that a person performing a task in front of others experiences a conflict of attention between the audience and the task at hand.

Research suggests that the presence of others can have either a positive or negative impact on our performance.According to information presented in your textbook,what factor helps to determine whether performance is enhanced or hindered by others?

A _________is defined as two or more people who are seen as a unit and interact with one another.

Which of the following groups would likely have the highest level of cohesion?