functions of attitudes, tripartite model of attitude structure

Questions and Answers

What is the definition of an attitude?

A random and unformed opinion about a person.

An emotional reaction that changes frequently.

An instinctive and temporary feeling towards an object.

A learnt, stable evaluation that can affect behavior. (correct)

Which of the following best defines explicit attitudes?

Attitudes that are stated openly and reflected in behavior. (correct)

Attitudes held without any awareness of their existence.

Attitudes that only manifest through thoughts.

Attitudes that are unconscious and uncontrollable.

Which component of the tripartite model of attitude involves emotional reactions?

Cognitive component

Conscious component

Behavioral component

Affective component (correct)

What does the behavioral component of an attitude describe?

The way an attitude is expressed through actions. Signup and view all the answers

Implicit attitudes are characterized by which of the following?

They are often unconscious and involuntary. Signup and view all the answers

In the tripartite model of attitudes, which of the following is NOT a component?

Emotional Signup and view all the answers

What type of attitude may someone hold without being aware of it until demonstrated by their actions?

Implicit attitudes Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the cognitive component of an attitude is true?

It includes factual and unfounded beliefs. Signup and view all the answers

How might one express a positive affective component toward rap music?

Attending rap concerts regularly. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements reflects a negative implicit attitude?

Screaming and running away from a moth. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Definition of Attitude

Attitude is a learned, stable, and enduring evaluation of a person, object, event, or idea.
Can influence individual behavior in positive or negative ways.

Forms of Attitudes

Explicit Attitudes:
- Openly stated attitude aligned with behavior.
- Example: Believing exercise is beneficial leads to regular gym visits.
Implicit Attitudes:
- Involuntary, uncontrollable, and often unconscious.
- Individuals may not recognize their attitude until behaviors reveal it.
- Example: Belief that moths are harmless, yet reacting fearfully when encountering one.

Tripartite Model of Attitude Structure

Influential model explaining attitude formation and change.
Comprises three components: affective, behavioral, and cognitive.

Components of Attitude

Affective Component:
- Emotional reactions towards an object, person, group, event, or issue.
- Can be positive (love), negative (hate), or neutral (indifference).
Behavioral Component:
- Expression of attitude through actions.
Cognitive Component:
- Beliefs and knowledge about an object, person, group, event, or issue.
- Beliefs can be factual, superstitious, or unproven.

Consistency and Inconsistency

Consistency:
- All three components must be present for an attitude to be recognized.
- Example: Avoiding spiders (behavioral) due to fear (affective) stemming from belief they are harmful (cognitive).
Inconsistency:
- Behavior may not always align with attitudes, causing dissonance among components.
- Example: Disliking cricket (affective) because it's time-consuming (cognitive), yet attending a match for social reasons (behavioral).

Description

This quiz explores the concept of attitudes, focusing on both explicit and implicit types. You'll learn how these evaluations can affect individual behavior, either positively or negatively. It covers definitions, examples, and the significance of attitudes in psychology.