Instead of studying for a big exam the next day, a group of students instead decided to go see a movie. When questioned about why they were going to the movie instead of studying, Ralph explained that "Going to the movie was a way of helping the mind to relax, and in fact, by going to the movie, they were going to make their study time later more effective because of the improved mood that they

will be in. So by not going to the movie they were actually hurting their grades.". From the groupthink perspective, this is best described as an example of ____.

a. rationalization
b. feeling unanimous
c. feeling invulnerable
d. discussion enforcement


a

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Adults can assist the development of self-control in children by maintaining their own ____________________ and composure when resolving problems

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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“You’re having fun, but I’m worried that the rest of the children are getting mad about waiting in line. Come down from there.” This is an ineffective personal message for the following reason:

a. The reflection is really an accusation. b. The reflection has been contradicted by the word 'but'. c. The adult’s emotion is not strong enough for the situation. d. The adult’s reason is not connected to the problem behavior. e. The whole message is too long.

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When preparing to read, student-athletes should do which of the following? a. Preview the chapter, including objectives and headings

b. Answer questions they have asked, and preview the chapter, including objectives and headings. c. None of these choices. d. Write a summary integrating material from several sections. e. Answer questions they have asked.

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Which of the following refers to using profiles or visual representations

for expressing performance? A. graphical reports B. letter grades C. percent correct scores D. standard scores

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