Which of the Following Occurrences Is the Best Example of the "Power

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following occurrences is the best example of the "power of the situation"?

• A) U.S. citizens vary in the extent to which they conform to the norms of their culture.
• B) Everyone in a library tends to be quiet.
• C) More extraverted people are more likely than introverted people to talk at a party.
• D) A person tends to have a stable identity that is constant through different environments.

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Definitions:

Thomas and Chess

Psychologists who developed a temperament classification system in the study of child development, highlighting the importance of individual differences.

Counselling

A professional service providing guidance, support, and problem-solving strategies to individuals or groups dealing with personal issues.

Jerome Kagan

A prominent figure in developmental psychology, known for his extensive research on infants' temperamental traits and the impact of biology and environment on personality.

Inhibited

A state or condition where actions, processes, or reactions are slowed down or prevented.