Behavior Is Influenced By

question 8

Multiple Choice

Behavior is influenced by:

• A)personality.
• B)situational characteristics.
• C)individual interpretations of unique situations.
• D)all of the above

Appreciate the significance of random assignment in experimental design for causal inference.

Recognize interaction effects in experiments and their implications.

Identify the role of internal validity in establishing causal relationships.

Comprehend the concept and utility of quasi-experiments in psychological research.

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Definitions:

Festinger and Carlsmith

Researchers known for their study on cognitive dissonance, particularly the 1959 experiment demonstrating how individuals change their attitudes to align with their behaviors.

Attraction

denotes a pull or interest towards someone or something, often driven by physical, emotional, or intellectual stimuli.

Opposites

Pairs of concepts or entities that are diametrically different from each other in key characteristics or attributes.

Collectivist Cultures

Societies that prioritize the needs and goals of the group over individual desires or ambitions.