Psychology Chapter 2: Perception

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What does high consistency in behavior indicate about a person's actions?

The person behaves the same way at different times. (correct)

The person shows variability in actions.

The person is influenced by external factors.

The person is unique to certain situations.

If a student performs poorly on most exams but excels in one, how would you assess distinctiveness?

High distinctiveness due to unique performance. (correct)

Low distinctiveness indicating similar performance.

Moderate distinctiveness suggesting fluctuations.

Inconclusive distinctiveness requiring further observation.

What attribution is likely when there is low consensus, high consistency, and low distinctiveness?

External attribution due to shared behavior.

Internal attribution based on personal traits. (correct)

Conversational attribution influenced by context.

Neutral attribution lacking sufficient evidence.

The halo effect could lead someone to assume a physically attractive person is also:

Generous or trustworthy. Signup and view all the answers

What does the similar-to-me effect imply about interpersonal perceptions?

Individuals favor those who share demographic traits. Signup and view all the answers

In the example of Amr who came late to class with many others, what conclusion can be drawn?

External causes influenced Amr’s lateness. Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of stereotyping in social perception?

Assumption that all members of a group act identically. Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario demonstrates low distinctiveness in behavior?

A student consistently performs well across various subjects. Signup and view all the answers

If a teacher perceives a student positively due to a single excellent performance, what bias might they be experiencing?

Halo effect. Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of perceptual biases on judgment of others?

They lead to distorted perceptions based on singular traits. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of social identity theory?

The relationship between social perception and social identity Signup and view all the answers

What do correspondent inferences help individuals to deduce?

The underlying motivations behind a person's actions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an internal cause in causal attribution?

A team wins a match because they trained diligently Signup and view all the answers

In the context of attribution, what does 'consensus' refer to?

The degree to which multiple individuals behave similarly Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bias could affect the attribution process by leading individuals to overemphasize dispositional factors?

Fundamental attribution error Signup and view all the answers

When evaluating others' behavior, what role do internal causes play according to the attribution process?

They relate to a person's personal responsibility for their actions. Signup and view all the answers

How does social perception contribute to understanding others?

By integrating various social identities and personal traits Signup and view all the answers

What dimension does not typically factor into the attribution process?

Personality disorders Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a part of personal identity?

Social group membership Signup and view all the answers

What can skew our judgment when making causal attributions?

Bias towards personal experiences affecting interpretation Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of projection in perceptual errors?

Perceiving others as a reflection of one's own traits. Signup and view all the answers

How does the contrast effect influence candidate evaluations during interviews?

By causing inconsistency in evaluations based on the order of interviews. Signup and view all the answers

What does the first impression error primarily affect?

The accuracy of subsequent behavioral evaluations. Signup and view all the answers

In terms of social perception, what is indicated by low consensus and high consistency regarding behavior?

Strong likelihood of internal attribution. Signup and view all the answers

Which perceptual error can result in equating successful individuals with positive traits like attractiveness and kindness?

Halo effect. Signup and view all the answers

What type of attribution is commonly made when evaluating someone based on their consistent behavior in a specific context?

Dispositional attribution linked to general personality traits. Signup and view all the answers

What concept describes the process of assessing people based on initial impressions rather than their true attributes?

First impression error. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does NOT accurately describe the effects of stereotyping?

Reflects individual understanding of others' true nature. Signup and view all the answers

The judgment that is made based on a specific individual’s recurring failure to engage, as in the scenario with Sara in math class, indicates what type of attribution?

Personal attribution considering individual tendencies. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the relationship between distinctiveness and attribution when evaluating behavior?

Low distinctiveness typically indicates external attributions. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 2: Perception (Part 2)

Social Identity Theory: This theory proposes that social perception is based on a person's social identity and personal identity. It recognizes that how we perceive others is influenced by their group memberships and individual traits.
Social Perception: This is the process of combining, integrating, and interpreting information about others to understand them. Social perception combines the understanding of social groups with personal traits.
Social Identity: This refers to who a person is based on their group memberships (e.g., class, company, country).
Personal Identity: This aspect encompasses the individual characteristics that define a person (e.g., appearance, skills).

The Attribution Process

Attribution: This involves understanding the perceived causes of behavior, enabling us to infer the reasons behind people's actions. This process involves how we interpret and understand the behavior of others.
Attribution Process: This is the process through which people judge the underlying causes of others' behaviors.
Two Ways to Judge Behavior:
- Making correspondent inferences: This approach uses actions to judge dispositions. It focuses on assuming traits based on observed actions.
- Causal attribution of responsibility: This method looks at internal or external causes behind behavior.

Making Correspondent Inferences

Theory of Correspondent Inference: This theory explains how information about others' behaviors is used to speculate on their traits and dispositions. It's concerned with linking observed actions to the traits of the person.
Judging Dispositions Based on Behavior: This table describes the process: A behavior (act) is observed, a correspondent inference (about the person's disposition is made). This explains how what a person does can help us understand their traits.

Causal Attribution of Responsibility

Internal Causes: These relate to actions a person is personally responsible for (personal control) in situations. For example: Someone getting a high grade because they studied shows an internal cause.
External Causes: These relate to situations over which a person has no control. For example, traffic causing someone to be late.

Kelly's Theory of Causal Attribution

Informational Cues: People base judgments on these three factors:
- Consensus: The extent to which others behave similarly in a given situation. A high level suggests others behave the same.
- Consistency: The degree to which the person behaves similarly in the same situation across time. A high level suggests consistent behavior.
- Distinctiveness: The uniqueness of the person's behavior in a particular situation. If someone's behavior is unique to a specific situation, distinctiveness is high.

Examples of Attribution

Examples illustrate how consensus, consistency, and distinctiveness can be applied to determine internal or external attributions for a person's delayed arrival to a lecture. Examples are provided in the document to demonstrate how to judge behavior based on the above factors.

Perceptual Biases

Halo Effect: This involves forming an overall impression (positive or negative) based on a single characteristic or behavior. This occurs when the perception of one trait influences perceptions of other traits.
Similar-to-Me Effect: Positively evaluating others who are similar to ourselves in various aspects, including values, habits, beliefs, and demographics.
Stereotyping: This bias presumes that all members of a particular group share similar traits and behaviors. Examples were given in the document.
Projection: This happens when we attribute our own traits, attitudes, or behaviors to others.
Contrast Effect: Judging someone based on comparisons with other individuals, specifically influenced by their position in a sequence of encounters.
First-Impression Error: Making judgments based on initial impressions rather than later observations. This tendency impacts how we evaluate others based solely on first encounters.

Discussion Questions and Answers

Discussion questions are presented, focused on understanding what factors influence how we interpret information about others. The questions cover the key ideas presented in the chapter.

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This quiz covers key concepts from Chapter 2 of psychology, focusing on perception, social identity theory, and attribution processes. You'll explore how social identities and personal traits influence our understanding of others' behaviors and actions.