In the classic Sarnoff and Zimbardo (1961) experiment, individuals were told they were about to suck on a pacifier or other similar object. They had the option of waiting alone or with others for the study to begin. The authors found that they
A) preferred waiting alone to avoid potential embarrassment.
B) preferred waiting with others to get social support.
C) asked if they could withdraw from the study.
D) asked if they could wear a mask.
Answer: A
You might also like to view...
Why is it that children are typically able to improve their handwriting skills as they move through the elementary school years?
a. Because there are more opportunities to use those skills, including painting and the use of electronic tablets b. Because they develop better fine motor control in their hands and fingers c. Because ‘texting' on electronic devices strengthens their fingers d. Because schools have moved away from computers and back toward longhand writing in recent years
According to naturalism, hypothesis testing is the best methodology
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Freud believed that one of the essential requirements for improvement was the client's reaching:
a. a new consciousness of the needs of others b. fulfillment of sexual fantasies c. self-actualization d. insight into the causes of the individual's problem
Provide an overview of postpartum depression and identify a possible cause
What will be an ideal response?