Lateen and Darley's (1968) "smoke-filled room" study demonstrates the concept of

a. diffusion of responsibility.
b. pluralistic ignorance.
c. audience inhibition.
d. negative state relief.


Answer: b. pluralistic ignorance.

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Which of the following is NOT true regarding cohabiting relationships that subsequently marry?

a. As cohabitation has become more accepted the cohabitation effect has not decreased. b. The cohabitation effect holds true even for second marriages. c. Premarital cohabitation decreases marital discord and divorce rates. d. Cohabitation may change people's attitudes, values, or habits negatively.

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The slot machines at a casino are ______.

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