Social Psychology in Action Video 5: Beautiful is GoodClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 133 and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test and answer the following question:In the video, a phenomenon is identified to help explain our "attraction bias" regarding those who have transgressed in some way. Reflect on your own life experience and describe an episode where you believe this phenomenon was operating. What were the consequences for the individual(s) involved?
What will be an ideal response?
Varies.
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a. had cloth on it and provided food. b. had cloth on it, regardless of whether it provided food. c. was made of wire and provided food. d. was made of wire, regardless of whether it provided food.
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a) obesity b) aggressive behavior c) sleep disturbances d) greater athleticism
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