Exam 14: Social Psychology

Based on the research presented in your textbook, which of the following factors is NOT involved in our attraction to another individual?

Should deception be used in certain research topics? Why or why not? Discuss the significance of Milgram's and Asch's classic research in your response.

Imagine that Ray and Sahleena were a couple. Robert Sternberg's research indicates that Ray's love for Sahleena is described as infatuated love, whereas Sahleena's love for Ray is described as companionate love. Based on Sternberg's triarchic theory of love, will this relationship work? Why or why not?

Which of the following statements is true of the classic Robber's Cave study by Sherif and Sherif (1967)?

The notion that people tend to have lovers or spouses who are similar to themselves in physical attractiveness and other assets defines the _____

Which of the following was NOT rated as most important to most males and females across many cultures when choosing a mate, according to research by Buss (1990)?

According to Sternberg, _____ love is the ideal form of love that many strive for but few attain.

Which of the following is a behavioral component of an attitude regarding psychology?

Which of the following is true regarding the Palinscar and Brown (1984)study on adolescents with learning disabilities?

According to _____, as competition increases among social groups for scarce resources, so do prejudice, discrimination, and hatred.

Sarah was driving down a busy highway when she blew out a tire. She swerved and hit the side rail in addition to hitting her head on the steering wheel. Although she was not seriously hurt, she did need stitches. Unfortunately, Sarah forgot her cell phone at home that day. She stepped out of her car hoping someone would offer her some help. Which of the following is most likely to occur?

The first time they met, Corrin was amazed by how polite and charming Jeb was. Now, however, Corrin does not seem to notice how rude Jeb really is, though it is obvious to many others. Corrin's impression of Jeb is being influenced by the _____.

Which of the following major influences on attraction is defined as physical or geographic closeness?

According to conformity research and the Big Five personality dimensions, what personality profile is associated with the highest rate of conformity?

Individuals whose behavior (usually negative)is directed toward others based on their gender, religion, race, or membership in a particular group have engaged in _____

When driving down the highway, Caesar could not help but notice the young-looking teenager who seemed to be driving in a reckless manner. He immediately assumed that he was one of those defiant, careless, and irresponsible teens who really did not deserve a license. Caesar just made a(n)_____

Which of the following is correct about media violence and aggressive behavior?

Christopher, a Canadian, feels that the Canadian way is the only way and clearly the best way. That being said, he feels that all other cultures are inferior to his. Which of the following concepts best describes Christopher's viewpoint?

Jamika was given a music CD as a gift. Although it was from a genre of music that she thought she would never like, she is realizing that the more she listens to it, the more she actually likes it. In fact, it is quickly becoming one of her favorite CDs. Which of the following is influencing her preference to this CD?

A group of engineers was assigned the task of creating a more useful dashboard for cars. All of the members, except for one, put forth much effort. In the end, their hard work paid off. The group's new dashboard was named design of the month by the company. With that honor came a large monetary bonus. Which of the following names can be used to describe the one individual who did not seem to put forth any effort at all, but still reaped the rewards of everyone else's hard work?