The phenomenon of ____________ occurs when people are reluctant to express their misgivings about a perceived group norm. Unfortunately, their reluctance reinforces a false norm.

a. group apprehension
b. normative consensus
c. pluralistic ignorance
d. nonrepresentativeness heuristic


c. pluralistic ignorance

Psychology

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In evolutionary terms, the newest area of the brain is the ________ .

Fill in the blank with correct word.

Psychology

Which of the following describe a category according to Bruner?

a. Categories are but one way human cognitive activity occurs, although not the most important. b. The use of a category causes one to go beyond available sensory information. c. A category is a concept but not a percept. d. A category is a percept but not a concept.

Psychology

A specific time when organisms are particularly susceptible to certain kinds of stimuli in their environments is referred to as

a. grave. c. opportune. b. critical. d. sensitive.

Psychology

Nearly all cohabiting relationships will end in five years or less due to the couple either breaking up or getting married

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology