As discussed in the textbook, one of the key differences between object categorization and social categorization is the fact that social categorization
A. occurs much more quickly.
B. is more emotionally engaging.
C. involves subtyping (while object categorization doesn't).
D. is learned (while object categorization isn't).
Answer: B. is more emotionally engaging.
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a. individuals, but not groups, establish territories. b. territory is portable and centers around group actions. c. group performance is better on “home” territory. d. territory is an inadequate concept.
The basic five-factor structure seems to be TRUE in which of these populations?
A) adults in English-speaking countries B) adults in non-Western cultures who speak languages other than English C) children D) children and adults in other cultures, both English and non-English speaking
Regarding sexual activity, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. The peak of male sexual activity is age 22, while the peak for females occurs around 25 b. In any given year, American men and women between ages 25 and 44 do not differ in their average number of opposite-sex partners. c. In any given year, American men and women between ages 25 and 44 do not differ in their overall pattern of sexual activity. d. Women and men have an equal potential for sexual arousal with women being no less physically responsive than men.
Cognitive dissonance theory most directly explains ____.?
a. ?attitude change as a result of external persuasion b. ?conformity to a social norm c. ?obedience to an authority figure d. ?attitude change as a result of internal motivation