What is the basis for commonsense theories?
a. agreed-upon methods
b. systematic research
c. focus group observations
d. previous experiences
d. previous experiences
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You walk in the door and your teacher comments "it is nice of you to join us." You perceive that your teacher is verbally attacking you, even though similar comments (made in jest) on other days did not seem as bad. This illustrates that ________ influence(s) the way we interpret stimuli. A) figure and ground B) cultural background C) closure D) proximity E) psychological state
Technical language that has been developed by a professional group is known as
A. jargon. B. colloquialisms. C. paraphrase. D. irony.
Which of the following is NOT true of the conflict styles of people from individualistic societies?
A. They tend to be more concerned with saving their own self-esteem. B. They tend to use more controlling, confrontational, and solution-oriented conflict styles. C. They tend to emphasize extended families and loyalty to groups. D. They tend to be more direct in their communication.
Unlike self-concept, self-esteem involves ______.
a. perception b. roles c. evaluations d. obstacles