In Cohen Et Al

question 4

Multiple Choice

In Cohen et al., the researchers used a word fragment task in which participants were given seven words that were incomplete (e.g., _ ACE) . They could be completed in either a stereotype-neutral way (i.e., FACE) or in a stereotype-relevant fashion (i.e., RACE) . This task was intended to:

• A) activate a racial stereotype in the participants.
• B) measure whether a stereotype had been activated in participants.
• C) reduce the racial stereotype that had been activated in the participants.
• D) eliminate the racial stereotype that had been activated in the participants.

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Definitions:

Neural Pathway

A series of connected neurons that transmit signals between different parts of the brain or between the brain and the rest of the nervous system.

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, controlling basic emotions and drives such as fear, pleasure, and anger.

Temporal Lobe

A region of the cerebral cortex located beneath the lateral fissure on both cerebral hemispheres of the brain, associated with processing auditory information and encoding memory.

Thalamus

A major part of the brain that acts as a relay station, transmitting information from the sensory organs to the cerebral cortex.