Linda recently met Paulo, a new tenant living in her apartment building. She confides in you that she loves Paulo because Brazilian men are great athletes and lovers. Linda's attitude reflects her ____.?
a. ?ultimate attribution error
b. ?prejudice
c. ?discrimination
d. ?fundamental attribution error
ANSWER:
b
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Answer:
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a. statistical regression b. magical thinking c. illusory correlation d. the base rate fallacy
Which statement best fits with a cohort difference explanation about the apparent loss of memory abilities in old age?
a. The visual systems tend to slow with age. b. Implicit tasks tend to be easier than explicit tasks. c. Older individuals tend to have had less formal education than young people. d. Older individuals are more likely to use external memory aids.
The procedure that eliminates differential order effects is:
a. intrasubject counterbalancing. b. intragroup counterbalancing. c. complete counterbalancing. d. none of these