In regard to the recovered memory controversy, psychologists who rely on research on the misinformation effect are MOST likely to
a. have no opinion on the accuracy of recovered memories.
b. doubt the accuracy of recovered memories.
c. believe the accuracy of recovered memories.
d. be equally likely to doubt or believe the accuracy of recovered memories.
B
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According to the text, one of the most common ways to reduce cognitive dissonance is to
a. change beliefs. b. change behaviors. c. change beliefs and behaviors. d. use rationalizations. e. ignore the inconsistencies until they fade away.
According to recent research, when people feel loved and can open up and talk with each other, which of the following becomes stronger?
a. Religious commitment b. Financial well-being c. Immune functioning d. Cultural identity
A(n) ______________________ offers testimony derived from his/her expertise rather than his/her knowledge of the specific facts of the crime.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
You observe a person at the grocery store get angry and yell at the cashier. Which of these attributions illustrates the fundamental attribution error?
a) the yeller is a mean, angry person b) the cashier is overworked c) the yeller has had a bad day d) the cashier has had a bad day