What do we call the tendency to think that everyone else is interpreting a situation in a certain way, when in fact they are not?

a. Conformity to the group
b. Pluralistic ignorance
c. Incorrect representation
d. Unsubstantiated appraisal


b. Pluralistic ignorance

Psychology

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a. conditioned stimulus b. conditioned response c. unconditioned stimulus d. unconditioned response

Psychology

The mesostriatal pathway, also known as the nigrostriatal pathway, uses the neurochemical

A. dopamine and is important in movement. B. dopamine and is important in the development of Parkinson's disease. C. norepinephrine and is important in vigilance. D. serotonin and is important in mood.

Psychology

Which of the following is the best term to describe a hypnotized person from the perspective of response set theory?

A. Partner B. Patient C. Servant D. Imposter

Psychology

All of the following are clinical manifestations of coronary heart disease EXCEPT

A) myocardial infarction. B) heart attack. C) angina. D) stroke.

Psychology