Having too many alternatives has what effect on group decision-making?
a. deadlock
b. groupthink
c. conformity
d. compliance
ANSWER: a
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A. the priming effect was most robust for superordinate level categories. B. the priming effect was most robust for basic level categories. C. no measurable priming effect. D. the priming effect was the same for superordinate and basic level categories.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Social learning theory predicts that viewing aggression on television will
a. provide the child with aggressive models, which could lead to an increase in the child's aggressive behavior. b. provide the child with an outlet for unconscious aggressive tendencies. c. punish the child's attempts at prosocial behavior. d. reduce the child's tendency to behave aggressively by allowing a vicarious release of aggression.