Question 1

Which of the following terms is associated with social cognition?

Accepted Answer

Social cognition refers to the mental processes involved in perceiving, remembering, thinking about, and processing information about other people. Thinking about others is thus a key component of social cognition.

Question 2

A response,either positive or negative,toward a certain person,idea,object,or situation is called _____________.

Accepted Answer

An attitude refers to a person's positive or negative response towards a certain person, idea, object, or situation. Bystander apathy refers to the phenomenon where individuals fail to offer help in an emergency situation due to the presence of other people. Groupthink refers to the tendency of a group to conform to a decision that does not reflect their true beliefs due to social pressures, while conformity refers to the act of matching attitudes and behaviors to social norms or expectations.

Question 3

Kwan really doesn't feel like riding the stationary bicycle today,but he doesn't want the people around him to think he is a slacker.If he decides to continue exercising,what concept might explain his actions?

Accepted Answer

Social facilitation is the phenomenon where an individual is motivated to perform better in the presence of others, especially in simple or well-practiced tasks. Kwan is hesitant to be seen as a slacker by others around him, so he may be motivated to continue exercising and perform better on the stationary bicycle.

Question 4

Marco accepts a request to play the piano at his church's Sunday services even though he is still learning how to play the piano.He plays a well-learned,simple piece.Happily,he performs very well in front of his congregation.Marco's behavior illustrates ________.

Accepted Answer

Social facilitation occurs when an individual performs better on tasks in the presence of others than when alone. Marco's improved performance in front of his congregation is a classic example of this phenomenon.

Question 5

Which of the following is the best example of the behavioral component of an attitude?

Accepted Answer

The behavioral component of an attitude refers to how a person acts or behaves based on their attitude. Betty's action of writing a letter to her senator shows that she is taking action based on her attitude towards corporations and pollution, making option D the best choice. Option A is an example of the affective component, as it describes Bea's feelings towards recycling. Option B is an example of the cognitive component, as Bob is processing information about the polluting plant and reacting to it. Option C is also an example of the cognitive component, as Bill is trying to understand both sides of the debate.

Question 6

Attitudes are __________________.

Accepted Answer

Attitudes are learned through experiences, upbringing, cultural and societal influences, and personal beliefs. They can also change and be influenced by new information and experiences. Therefore, option C is the best choice. Option A is incorrect as attitudes are not innate. Option B is incorrect as attitudes can be positive or negative. Option D is also incorrect because attitudes can change.

Question 7

An individual who exerts less effort when working on a group task if individual contributions will not be evaluated is engaging in what is called _____.

Accepted Answer

Social loafing refers to the tendency of individuals to exert less effort when working on a group task if their individual contributions will not be evaluated. This occurs because individuals feel that their personal efforts will not have a significant impact on the overall outcome, so they do not feel motivated to try as hard.

Question 8

How can a coach get his football team to perform better if he suspects they are exhibiting social loafing?

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

A teacher decides against assigning group projects in which all group members get the same grade.What social psychological phenomenon might the teacher be concerned about?

Accepted Answer

The teacher may be concerned about social loafing, which is the tendency for individuals to exert less effort when working in a group compared to when working alone. If all group members receive the same grade, there may be less motivation for individuals to contribute their full effort, since they know they will receive the same reward as their teammates regardless of their individual contributions. By assigning individual grades, the teacher may be hoping to increase motivation and reduce social loafing.

Question 10

On the 72^nd hole of the U.S.Open golf tournament,Phil Mickelson misses a one-foot putt that would have won the championshi

Accepted Answer

The answer of On the 72^nd hole of the U.S.Open...

Question 11

People who exert less effort on a task when working in a group than they do when working individually are engaging in ___________.

Accepted Answer

Social loafing is a phenomenon in which an individual exerts less effort on a task when working in a group than they do when working individually. This can occur because the individual feels less responsible for the outcome of the task when working in a group, or because they believe that their contributions will not be recognized or valued by the group. Groupthink refers to a mode of thinking that occurs when the desire for group harmony outweighs a realistic appraisal of the situation. Social conformity refers to the tendency of individuals to adjust their behavior or opinions to align with those of a larger group, even if they may not necessarily agree with them. Malingering refers to the intentional fabrication or exaggeration of symptoms for the purpose of obtaining a desired outcome, such as avoiding work or obtaining disability benefits.

Question 12

An attitude has ______ major components.

Accepted Answer

Attitudes have three major components, cognitive (thoughts and beliefs), affective (emotional feelings), and behavioral (action tendencies).

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT one of the three major components of attitudes?

Accepted Answer

The three major components of attitudes are thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Goals can be a motivating factor in shaping attitudes, but they are not considered one of the major components.

Question 14

Roberta is trying to decide whether to vote for a political candidate.Based on what she has read about him,she has concluded that he is not qualified for the position,but she agrees with his political positions.Also,she trusts him and likes his decisive personality.In fact,she likes him so much that she sent a small donation to his campaign.Her trust of the candidate represents the ______ component of her attitude toward him.

Accepted Answer

Roberta's trust and liking of the candidate represent her affective component of her attitude towards him. The cognitive component represents her beliefs and thoughts about the candidate's qualifications, which she has concluded that he is not qualified for the position. The behavioral component refers to how she might act towards the candidate, such as whether or not she will vote for him. The situational component refers to how external factors (such as the current political climate or events) might influence her attitude and behavior towards the candidate, but this is not mentioned in the scenario.

Question 15

What do we call judgments about people,situations,objects,or thoughts?

Accepted Answer

Judgments about people, situations, objects, or thoughts are called attitudes. Cognitions refer to thoughts or knowledge about something. Stereotypes are beliefs about a certain group of people. Attributions refer to explanations given for the behavior of others.

Question 16

Roberta is trying to decide whether or not to vote for a political candidate.Based on what she has read about him,she has concluded that he is not qualified for the position,but she agrees with his political positions.Also,she trusts him and likes his decisive personality.In fact,she likes him so much that she sent a small donation to his campaign.Her sending a donation to the campaign represents the ______ component of her attitude toward him.

Accepted Answer

Roberta's action of sending a donation to the candidate's campaign represents the behavioral component of her attitude towards him. The affective component refers to the emotional response or feelings towards the candidate, while the cognitive component refers to the beliefs and thoughts about the candidate's qualifications. The situational component refers to the external factors that may influence her decision, which is not applicable in this context.

Question 17

Attitude formation is the result of a number of influences.What they have in common is that they are all forms of ________________.

Accepted Answer

Attitude formation involves learning from various sources such as parents, peers, media, and personal experiences. Therefore, all influences that shape attitudes are forms of learning. Hence, option A is the correct answer. Intuition, reinforcement, and conformity may play a role, but they are not the primary mechanisms involved in attitude formation.

Question 18

In both social facilitation and social impairment,the key factor is ___________.

Accepted Answer

The key factor in both social facilitation and social impairment is arousal, which is the level of excitement or stress that a person experiences in the presence of others. In social facilitation, high levels of arousal can improve performance on simple or well-practiced tasks, while in social impairment, high levels of arousal can hinder performance on complex or unfamiliar tasks. Time, the number of people, and task difficulty may also have an impact on social facilitation and impairment, but arousal is the primary factor.

Question 19

John has practiced his difficult trumpet solo over and over before his performance.He has played it perfectly in his practice room.However,when he performs in public he makes mistakes due to his anxiety.John is a victim of ______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of John has practiced his difficult trumpet solo...

Question 20

During the finals of the National Basketball Association (NBA)LeBron James misses a foul shot to give his team the lead with 10 seconds left in the game.Even though LeBron usually makes those shots during practice,he missed it at a crucial time.Why do you think this might have happened?

Accepted Answer

Social impairment refers to the negative impact of being in the presence of others on performance, and it can lead to anxiety or distractions that can affect performance negatively. In this case, LeBron James may have felt the pressure of the situation and the presence of the audience, leading to social impairment and subsequently, missing the shot.

Quiz 12: Social Psychology

Which of the following terms is associated with social cognition?

A response,either positive or negative,toward a certain person,idea,object,or situation is called _____________.

Kwan really doesn't feel like riding the stationary bicycle today,but he doesn't want the people around him to think he is a slacker.If he decides to continue exercising,what concept might explain his actions?

Marco accepts a request to play the piano at his church's Sunday services even though he is still learning how to play the piano.He plays a well-learned,simple piece.Happily,he performs very well in front of his congregation.Marco's behavior illustrates ________.

Which of the following is the best example of the behavioral component of an attitude?

Attitudes are __________________.

An individual who exerts less effort when working on a group task if individual contributions will not be evaluated is engaging in what is called _____.

How can a coach get his football team to perform better if he suspects they are exhibiting social loafing?

A teacher decides against assigning group projects in which all group members get the same grade.What social psychological phenomenon might the teacher be concerned about?

On the 72^nd hole of the U.S.Open golf tournament,Phil Mickelson misses a one-foot putt that would have won the championshi

People who exert less effort on a task when working in a group than they do when working individually are engaging in ___________.

An attitude has ______ major components.

Which of the following is NOT one of the three major components of attitudes?

What do we call judgments about people,situations,objects,or thoughts?

Attitude formation is the result of a number of influences.What they have in common is that they are all forms of ________________.

In both social facilitation and social impairment,the key factor is ___________.

John has practiced his difficult trumpet solo over and over before his performance.He has played it perfectly in his practice room.However,when he performs in public he makes mistakes due to his anxiety.John is a victim of ______.

During the finals of the National Basketball Association (NBA) LeBron James misses a foul shot to give his team the lead with 10 seconds left in the game.Even though LeBron usually makes those shots during practice,he missed it at a crucial time.Why do you think this might have happened?

Quiz 12: Social Psychology

Which of the following terms is associated with social cognition?

A response,either positive or negative,toward a certain person,idea,object,or situation is called _____________.

Kwan really doesn't feel like riding the stationary bicycle today,but he doesn't want the people around him to think he is a slacker.If he decides to continue exercising,what concept might explain his actions?

Marco accepts a request to play the piano at his church's Sunday services even though he is still learning how to play the piano.He plays a well-learned,simple piece.Happily,he performs very well in front of his congregation.Marco's behavior illustrates ________.

Which of the following is the best example of the behavioral component of an attitude?

Attitudes are __________________.

An individual who exerts less effort when working on a group task if individual contributions will not be evaluated is engaging in what is called _____.

How can a coach get his football team to perform better if he suspects they are exhibiting social loafing?

A teacher decides against assigning group projects in which all group members get the same grade.What social psychological phenomenon might the teacher be concerned about?

On the 72nd hole of the U.S.Open golf tournament,Phil Mickelson misses a one-foot putt that would have won the championshi

People who exert less effort on a task when working in a group than they do when working individually are engaging in ___________.

An attitude has ______ major components.

Which of the following is NOT one of the three major components of attitudes?

What do we call judgments about people,situations,objects,or thoughts?

Attitude formation is the result of a number of influences.What they have in common is that they are all forms of ________________.

In both social facilitation and social impairment,the key factor is ___________.

John has practiced his difficult trumpet solo over and over before his performance.He has played it perfectly in his practice room.However,when he performs in public he makes mistakes due to his anxiety.John is a victim of ______.

During the finals of the National Basketball Association (NBA) LeBron James misses a foul shot to give his team the lead with 10 seconds left in the game.Even though LeBron usually makes those shots during practice,he missed it at a crucial time.Why do you think this might have happened?

On the 72^nd hole of the U.S.Open golf tournament,Phil Mickelson misses a one-foot putt that would have won the championshi