In Their Relationship, Marc and Nora Both Perceive That Marc

question 14

Multiple Choice

In their relationship, Marc and Nora both perceive that Marc has been paying more than his fair share of costs and that Nora is receiving more than her fair share of benefits. According to equity theory, __________.

• A) neither Marc nor Nora should feel uncomfortable with the situation
• B) Marc should feel uncomfortable with the situation, but not Nora
• C) Nora should feel uncomfortable with the situation, but not Marc
• D) both should feel uncomfortable with the situation, but Marc should feel more uncomfortable than Nora

Recognize the impact of culture on attribution and behavior interpretation.

Identify the fundamental attribution error and its significance in social psychology.

Comprehend the role of cognitive dissonance in attitude change and behavior.

Understand the mechanisms of stereotype threat and its effects on performance.

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Definitions:

Heritability of ADHD

Refers to the proportion of variance in ADHD symptoms that can be attributed to genetic factors.

Assortative Mating

When individuals tend to mate with people who are like themselves in some respect.

Comorbidity

The common situation in which an individual meets the criteria for more than one diagnostic condition. See also overlap.

Genetic Load

The presence of disadvantageous genetic mutations in a population, which can reduce its overall fitness.