The Collection and Assessment of Information About Other People, So

question 15

Multiple Choice

The collection and assessment of information about other people, so as to form first impressions and to try and understand their behavior is known as ________.

• A) the bystander effect
• B) a response characteristic
• C) social cognition
• D) selective perception

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Definitions:

Individualism

A social theory favoring freedom of action for individuals over collective or state control.

Marriage Partner

An individual's spouse or significant other with whom they are united in marriage or a marriage-like relationship.

Socialization Patterns

The processes through which individuals learn and internalize the values, beliefs, and norms of their society, shaping their behaviors and identities.

Authority Relations

Refers to the dynamic and structure of power and control within organizations, societies, or any systematic interaction where decisions are made and followed.