Psychology Chapter 5: Self-Concept Development

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At what age does self-recognition typically develop in humans?

  • Around 6 to 8 months
  • Around 18 to 24 months (correct)
  • Around 30 to 36 months
  • Around 12 to 14 months

Which of the following is NOT one of the functions of the self described in the text?

  • Self-esteem
  • Self-control
  • Self-confidence (correct)
  • Impression management

How do people from Western cultures tend to view the self according to the text?

  • Externally
  • Independently (correct)
  • Asocially
  • Interdependently

Which great apes are mentioned as having a rudimentary sense of self in the text?

<p>Orangutans (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between self-concept in adolescence and adulthood according to the text?

<p>Adults view morality as central to the self-concept. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is introspection as described in the text?

<p>Looking inward to examine one's thoughts, feelings, and motives (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the self-perception theory argue?

<p>When attitudes are uncertain, people infer them by observing their own behavior and the situation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the overjustification effect related to?

<p>Underestimating intrinsic reasons for behavior (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do people with a fixed mindset typically view setbacks?

<p>As obstacles that confirm their lack of ability (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to social comparison theory, how do individuals learn about their own abilities?

<p>By comparing themselves to other people (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What strategy involves using flattery or praise to make oneself likable to others?

<p>Ingratiation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can believing that willpower is an unlimited resource help individuals exert more self-control?

<p>By enhancing the perception of available resources (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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