According to the "Distraction Hypothesis," the Mere Presence of Others

question 28

Multiple Choice

According to the "distraction hypothesis," the mere presence of others can cause arousal because one experiences a conflict between

• A)paying attention to the task and paying attention to the other people.
• B)wanting to perform well and wanting to complete the task.
• C)one's social role and one's personal self-image.
• D)following instructions and making one's own decisions.

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Definitions:

Genus

A rank in the biological classification system (taxonomy) that groups together species that are closely related.

Species Taxa

The basic unit of classification in biological taxonomy, used to group individuals that are capable of interbreeding.

Scientists

Individuals engaged in systematic activity to acquire knowledge involving observation and experimentation in the field of natural sciences.

Ecological Role

The function or position of a species within an ecological community, determining how it contributes to the ecosystem structure and function.