Social Judgement Theory Quiz

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What does the latitude of acceptance refer to?

Items considered acceptable and reasonable (correct)

Opinions someone finds objectionable

Statements marked as undecided

The range of ideas a person finds unreasonable

According to Sherif, what are the three zones that make up an individual's attitude structure?

Acceptance, Rejection, Noninvolvement

Agreement, Disagreement, Indifference

Acceptance, Rejection, Noncommitment (correct)

Consent, Opposition, Neutrality

What does the latitude of rejection consist of?

Statements that are seen as undecided or neutral

Items that the individual finds objectionable (correct)

The range of ideas a person is indifferent towards

Opinions that are acceptable to the individual

How did Sherif believe attitudes are formed?

By subconsciously sorting ideas upon perception Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by latitude of noncommitment?

Identifying opinions that are indeterminate or neutral Signup and view all the answers

How did Sherif conceptualize an individual's stand on an issue?

As a continuum with various latitudes Signup and view all the answers

What does Sherif mean by 'latitude' in his social judgment theory?

The range of acceptable and unacceptable opinions Signup and view all the answers

What role does personal background play in forming attitudes, according to Sherif's theory?

It influences the acceptance and rejection of ideas. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement reflects a viewpoint of stricter gun control?

Except for law enforcement, guns should be outlawed. Signup and view all the answers

What does social judgment theory primarily focus on?

The individual reactions to statements based on personal beliefs. Signup and view all the answers

According to social judgment theory, what are the three latitudes of opinion?

Acceptance, rejection, and noncommitment. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements reflects a belief in the Second Amendment?

All gun ownership is protected by the Second Amendment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of marking the statements in the exercise related to gun control?

To identify personal beliefs and reactions to differing viewpoints. Signup and view all the answers

Which opinion is most likely to be labeled as objectionable by someone who supports gun control?

US citizens should be allowed to carry concealed weapons. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ryan believe should be done about gun ownership?

There should be strict laws regarding their purchase and use. Signup and view all the answers

What experiences does David want to share with Ryan?

Hunting trips with his father. Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the views of Ryan and David based on their discussions?

They represent a spectrum of opinions on gun control. Signup and view all the answers

What concept does social judgment theory involve in this context?

Understanding the latitude of Ryan's beliefs about guns. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements aligns with the belief that increased regulation leads to more violence?

Any regulation will lead to the government taking away all guns. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'ego-involvement' as described in the content?

How central an issue is in one's life. Signup and view all the answers

What analogy is used to illustrate Ryan's position on gun safety?

A mental yardstick that measures safety. Signup and view all the answers

What does Sherif’s anchor represent in Ryan's belief system?

Ryan's favored position on gun ownership and safety. Signup and view all the answers

What is David's ultimate goal in discussing guns with Ryan?

To convince Ryan that guns are fun and safe. Signup and view all the answers

According to the content, which of the following would best describe David's approach to persuading Ryan?

To understand Ryan's mental map before presenting his arguments. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ryan adjust in the second stage of the process described?

His anchored attitude Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis for people making judgments about messages according to Sherif?

Their anchored attitude Signup and view all the answers

What phenomenon is illustrated by the water temperature experiment?

Contrast and assimilation errors Signup and view all the answers

What did Sherif claim parallels systematic biases in physical judgments?

The way people determine others' attitudes Signup and view all the answers

What does the contrast effect suggest about individuals who favor a certain idea?

They judge opposing messages as differing significantly Signup and view all the answers

How is the concept of ego-involvement related to perception according to Sherif?

It biases the judgment of messages. Signup and view all the answers

What was the immediate reaction of the student who experienced the water temperature experiment?

She was confused about the temperature. Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect called when people misinterpret messages based on their current attitudes?

Social judgment error Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of selective exposure as hypothesized by Festinger?

People avoid information that could increase cognitive dissonance. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the mental mechanisms proposed by Festinger to reduce dissonance?

Cognitive dissonance reduction Signup and view all the answers

What role do like-minded people play in the process of selective exposure?

They buffer individuals from dissonant ideas. Signup and view all the answers

How might someone suffering from cognitive dissonance choose their media consumption?

They may selectively choose media that reinforces their beliefs. Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of using selective exposure as a strategy?

A reinforcement of existing beliefs. Signup and view all the answers

In what context did Festinger suggest that selective exposure is applicable?

In a range of personal beliefs and actions. Signup and view all the answers

What effect does avoiding dissonant information typically have on individuals?

It increases alignment between actions and beliefs. Signup and view all the answers

What strategy might someone employ if they experience postdecision dissonance?

Focus solely on the positive aspects of their decision. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Objective: Social Judgement Theory is a socio-psychological tradition focusing on how people evaluate messages in relation to their existing beliefs.
Latitude of Acceptance: The range of opinions a person finds reasonable or worthy of consideration.
Latitude of Rejection: The range of opinions a person finds unreasonable or objectionable.
Latitude of Noncommitment: The range of opinions a person finds neither acceptable nor objectionable.
Ego-involvement: Refers to how central an issue is in a person's life; how personally significant it is.

Contrast and Assimilation Errors

Contrast Error: Occurs when people perceive messages that fall within their latitude of rejection as even more extreme than they actually are.
Assimilation Error: Occurs when people perceive messages that fall within their latitude of acceptance as closer to their own position than they actually are.
Reducing Dissonance: People use selective exposure, post-decision dissonance, and minimal justification to ensure their actions align with their attitudes.

Selective Exposure

Selective Exposure Hypothesis: People avoid information that could create or increase cognitive dissonance.
Example: Politically conservative people might watch Fox News while liberals might watch MSNBC.
Selective Exposure Benefits: Provides comfort and maintains the status quo.
Social Buffering: Choosing to associate with like-minded individuals helps to avoid ideas that could cause discomfort.

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Test your understanding of Social Judgement Theory, focusing on latitudes of acceptance, rejection, and noncommitment. Explore important concepts like ego-involvement and the errors of contrast and assimilation. This quiz will help you grasp how beliefs influence message evaluation.