The Misinformation Effect Is

question 24

Multiple Choice

The misinformation effect is:

• A)the tendency for people to believe an object belongs to a category if it clearly has features of that category.
• B)the tendency for people to believe a behavior is common if they can easily recall past instances of that behavior.
• C)individuals' tendency to be more confident of the accuracy of their self-relevant memories than other individuals who were also present.
• D)the process by which cues that are given after an event can plant false information into memory.

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Definitions:

Gay Males

Men who are romantically and sexually attracted to other men.

Lesbians

Females who experience romantic and sexual attraction towards other females.

Sexual Infidelity

Engaging in sexual relations outside of a committed romantic relationship without the consent of one's partner.

American Women

Female residents or citizens of the United States, often mentioned in discussions about gender rights, historical roles, and social status in American society.