Which one of the following is not a characteristic of social psychology?
a. A broad perspective
b. A focus on the individual
c. The frequent use of experiment methodology
d. A focus on observation of behaviors
Answer: d. A focus on observation of behaviors
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Which of the following observations weakens the evolutionary explanation of gender differences in spatial abilities?
a. There frequently was a sex-based division of labor in ancient hunting and gathering societies. b. Males are encouraged to engage in activities that provide more practice with spatial tasks. c. Males frequently perform slightly better than females on tasks involving mental rotation of images and navigation in space. d. Females perform slightly better than males on tasks involving memory for locations.
When it comes to judging whether or not someone is physically attractive, how much do people agree with one another?
a. Most people agree—especially when it comes to judging women. b. Most people disagree—although there is more agreement when it comes to judging women. c. Most people agree—especially when it comes to judging men. d. Most people disagree—although there is more agreement when it comes to judging men.
Devin is running to catch a bus when he sees a person trip and fall. As Devin is getting on the bus, he sees another man walk right past the person in need of help. Devin thinks to himself, "I can't believe that man didn't help that person. He is really a selfish person. I would have helped, if I hadn't been in such a hurry." He is displaying ____
a. ?actor-observer effect b. ?fundamental attribution error c. ?unique invulnerability bias d. ?ultimate attribution error
Through assimilation and accommodation, Piaget believes we attempt to maintain ____.?
a. ?mental equilibrium b. ?egocentrism c. ?logical thinking d. ?reality orientation