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What does the 'imagined presence' refer to in social psychology?

  • The influence of cultural norms
  • The physical threats from authority figures
  • The real presence of others influencing behavior
  • The expectations of reference persons such as parents (correct)

    • Which of the following best defines 'implied presence' in social psychology?

  • Direct interactions impacting behavior
  • Pressure from peers to conform
  • Influence exerted through social roles and cultural norms (correct)
  • Mental conflicts arising from social expectations

    • How does social psychology differ from other fields of psychology according to Allport?

  • It ignores the role of culture in behavior
  • It studies social influences rather than personal insights (correct)
  • It relies only on experimental methods
  • It focuses solely on individual mental processes

    • What aspect of human behavior do social psychologists primarily seek to understand?

    <p>Direct attempts at social influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of social influence, what role do imaginary figures play?

    <p>They shape expectations and reactions even in absence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What conclusion did Paul Lazarsfeld reach regarding soldiers' adjustment during World War II?

    <p>More educated soldiers adjusted better than less educated ones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a broader concept than one-on-one behavioral influence?

    <p>Social influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary interest for social psychologists regarding conflicting influences?

    <p>The mental processes occurring during conflicts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant methodological fault in the experiment regarding line judgments?

    <p>Participants called out their judgments aloud.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect differentiates social psychologists from personality psychologists?

    <p>Their interest in studying the effects of strong social situations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the three determinants of individual behavior?

    <p>Cultural background.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do sociologists primarily study?

    <p>Human behavior within various social groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do social psychologists view personality influences in strong social situations?

    <p>They minimize the impact of personality traits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary concern of personality psychologists according to the content?

    <p>The acquisition and impact of traits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the nature of social psychology is correct?

    <p>It focuses on how social situations affect individual behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is NOT typically included in sociological study?

    <p>Examining individual psychological traits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key focus in Lewin's approach to social psychology?

    <p>Understanding the individual as part of a larger social system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the approach Lewin used to study social psychology?

    <p>Experimental study of problems with practical implications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Leon Festinger is most renowned for which of the following theories?

    <p>Theory of cognitive dissonance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of social psychology did Fritz Heider stimulate?

    <p>Consistency and attribution theories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phenomenon does cognitive dissonance theory primarily address?

    <p>The discomfort arising from inconsistent beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way did social psychology evolve in the late 20th century?

    <p>The number of social psychologists increased dramatically</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What central concept did Heider's balance theory introduce to social psychology?

    <p>Inconsistency among attitudes leads to tension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding Lewin's view on problems studied in social psychology?

    <p>Addressing real-world problems is essential</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant contribution did Theodore Newcomb's Bennington study provide to social psychology?

    <p>It illustrated the impact of group context on individual beliefs and attitudes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Adolf Hitler further the development of social psychology according to Catwright?

    <p>Through the influence of army propaganda films on soldier morale.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which psychologist is credited with establishing the field of attitude change research?

    <p>Carl Iver Hovland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of leadership did Kurt Lewin's studies particularly investigate?

    <p>The impact of autocratic and democratic leadership styles on group performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a notable characteristic of Carl Iver Hovland's early work in social psychology?

    <p>He was initially a learning theorist interested in attitude change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Theodore Newcomb's Bennington study considered a classic in social psychology?

    <p>It demonstrated the significance of group context in shaping individual beliefs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What limitation was noted about Kurt Lewin's research output?

    <p>His output was not extensive and had limited publication frequency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which volume did Hovland's mass communication experiments contribute to during his time in the army?

    <p>The American Soldier series.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which year is associated with the publication of the first two textbooks of social psychology?

    <p>1908</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the focus of Norman Triplett's first social-psychological experiment?

    <p>Children's behavior in competitive settings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Floyd Henry Allport define social behavior in relation to social psychology?

    <p>Behavior evoked by social stimuli or serving as social stimuli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant topic did the Handbook of Social Psychology by Carl Murchison cover?

    <p>Population behavior of bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which publication in 1928 discussed the measurement of attitudes?

    <p>Attitudes can be measured</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major contribution of Floyd Henry Allport to social psychology?

    <p>Emphasizing individual behavior in relation to social environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following studies is NOT mentioned as significant during the early period of social psychology?

    <p>The effects of social media on modern psychology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What phenomenon did Triplett's experiment primarily demonstrate?

    <p>Social facilitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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