What Are Physiological Measures of Attitudes Such as Heart Rate

question 21

Multiple Choice

What are physiological measures of attitudes such as heart rate and perspiration more likely to show?

• A) Physiological measures are more likely to show social desirability bias.
• B) Physiological measures are more likely to reveal the intensity of an attitude.
• C) Physiological measures are more likely to reveal whether an attitude is positive or negative.
• D) Physiological measures are more likely to show overt stereotypes.

Critique instinct theories and understand their limitations in explaining human behavior.

Recognize the role of internal and external factors in motivation (e.g., biological needs, incentives).

Describe how motivation influences the intensity, persistence, and direction of behavior.

Identify key figures and their contributions to the study of motivation (e.g., William James, Abraham Maslow).

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