A Prototype Is a

question 169

Multiple Choice

A prototype is a

• A) mental grouping of similar objects,events,ideas,or people.
• B) step-by-step procedure for solving problems.
• C) best example of a particular category.
• D) simple thinking strategy for solving problems efficiently.

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Definitions:

Tajfel

Refers to Henri Tajfel, a social psychologist best known for his work on the social identity theory, which explores how group membership affects self-identity and intergroup behavior.

Turner

Could refer to various contexts, like Joseph Turner, the British landscape painter, but without additional context, a precise definition isn't possible here.

Categorization

The cognitive process of organizing information by placing it into categories based on common features or characteristics.

Group Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize dispositional or personality-based explanations for the behavior of individuals in a group, while underestimating the role of external factors.