James Has Performed Very Well Throughout the Semester in His

question 106

Multiple Choice

James has performed very well throughout the semester in his logic course. His buddy Kyle, on the other hand, has been consistently scoring in the D-range. Both sign up for a psychology experiment that requires them to engage in several problem-solving tasks. According to the overconfidence phenomenon, when they are asked how they think they will perform, who will be rate themselves as most confident?

• A) James
• B) Kyle
• C) Both James and Kyle will rate themselves as highly confident in their abilities.
• D) Both James and Kyle will rate themselves as not confident in their abilities.

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Definitions:

Control Theory

A theory in sociology and criminology that posits that social and personal factors and the fear of consequences control whether people commit crimes.

Belief

An acceptance that something exists or is true, especially without proof, often based on personal conviction or trust.

Honesty

The quality of being truthful and free from deceit in principles, intentions, and actions.

Routine Activities Perspective

A theory that considers how deviant behavior, such as crime and substance abuse, emerges from the routines of everyday life.