Jasmine hears that her favorite poet is giving a reading on campus. She attends and has the chance to meet the poet after the reading
When Jasmine finally speaks to the poet, she gushes about how she wants to be a poet but knows she will never have anywhere near the talent of the poet. This is an example of ________. a) self-verification
b) self-ingratiation
c) self-deprecation
d) self-promotion
c
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Miranda is trying to enjoy healthier eating habits. She is currently in the maintenance stage of changing her health behavior. Which of the following correctly identifies what occurs at this stage?
A. Miranda simply acknowledges that her eating habits pose a health risk. B. Miranda has been eating properly for the past year. C. Miranda is taking initial steps to change the kinds of foods she eats. D. Miranda has been eating appropriate foods for the past two months.
Participants in Shepard and Metzler's research reported that, to decide whether the
geometric shapes were identical, they a. compared the numbers of blocks in each shape. b. estimated the number of steps that would be required in order to alter one of the shapes to make it identical to the other. c. alternately close one eye then the other to see if the images looked different. d. rotated an image of one of the shapes in their heads. e. imagined what each shape would look like if it was rotated 90 degrees.
Four people are going to go out to a bar and drink and socialize. However, prior to leaving, one of the four is assigned the job of being the "designated driver." This process is an example of __________
a) avoidance learning. b) escape behavior. c) learned helplessness. d) shaping behavior.
Both men and women tend to prefer the company of women
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.