Dr Winstell Is Interested in Studying Prejudice and Devises a Study

question 55

Multiple Choice

Dr. Winstell is interested in studying prejudice and devises a study in which Caucasian participants are led to believe that they are chatting electronically with an African American participant. In reality, the participants are responding to another Caucasian participant, and she discloses this information to all participants at the end of the study. Dr. Winstell has used __________ in her study.

• A) informed consent
• B) deception
• C) replication
• D) cross-cultural research

Identify strategies for effective reinforcement and the avoidance of reinforcement satiation.

Know the components and effectiveness of contingency contracts and token economies.

Evaluate the use of group-oriented contingencies and their outcomes.

Analyze the implications of peer pressure and novel reinforcement methods on student behavior.

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Definitions:

Mental Models

Internal representations of the external reality, which people use to understand and interact with the world around them.

Interpersonal Conflict

A disagreement or clash between individuals due to differences in opinions, values, or interests, often requiring communication and negotiation to resolve.

Unexpected Demands

Situations or requirements that arise unexpectedly, requiring prompt attention and adaptation.

Transactive Memory System

A collective memory system within a group, where each member is responsible for becoming an expert in different areas of knowledge, facilitating sharing and collaboration.