In cognitive-dissonance theory, the tendency to seek acceptable reasons for strenuous exertions is called _____ _____

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


effort justification

Psychology

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Using words that make sense in the context is known as __________.

A. semantics B. pragmatics C. phonology D. syntax

Psychology

Regarding moral development in adulthood, which is true?

a. Moral development in older males progresses at a faster rate than in older females. b. Moral reasoning deteriorates significantly in old age. c. The majority of older adults are preconventional thinkers. d. Postconventional thinking emerges only during adulthood.

Psychology

In class, Dr. Myers presents factual information through lecture, demonstration, and rote practice, while Dr. Ing creates conditions that encourage her students to discover or construct knowledge for themselves. Dr. Myers and Dr. Ing are using different

a. teaching styles. b. task analyses. c. presentation modes. d. lecture types.

Psychology

According to social learning theory, the effect of models is ______.

A. rarely lasting on children's behavior, particularly during the preschool years B. almost always to demonstrate appropriate actions and verbalizations C. more successful if it encourages rather than inhibits behavior that violates a rule or expectation D. more successful if it inhibits rather than encourages behavior that violates a rule or expectation

Psychology