In an Experiment Conducted by Griffitt (1970),students Who Answered Questionnaires

question 72

Multiple Choice

In an experiment conducted by Griffitt (1970) ,students who answered questionnaires while they were ________ reported feeling more tired and aggressive and expressed more hostility toward a stranger than did participants in a control group.

• A)distracted by loud noises
• B)in an uncomfortably hot room
• C)being closely observed
• D)eating popcorn and peanuts

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Definitions:

Resource Theory

A theory in social science that suggests individuals have resources (e.g., economic, emotional) that they use to maintain power in relationships.

Physical Abuse

The use of physical force against someone in a way that injures or endangers that person.

Society Condones

Society condones refers to the broader social acceptance or tolerance of certain behaviors, activities, or ideas, even if they may be considered immoral or illegal by some standards.

Patriarchy/Male Dominance

A social system in which men hold primary power, dominating in roles of political leadership, moral authority, social privilege, and control of property.