Woolfolk Has Suggested That Self-Esteem Is Probably Increased the Most

question 67

Multiple Choice

Woolfolk has suggested that self-esteem is probably increased the most by

• A)demonstrating competence in valued knowledge domains.
• B)demonstrating understanding in school subjects.
• C)having a rich and diverse social life.
• D)receiving public recognition and rewards.

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Definitions:

Elizabeth Loftus

A cognitive psychologist known for her work on the malleability of human memory and its implications for eyewitness testimony.

False Positive

A test result that wrongly indicates the presence of a condition or attribute when it is not actually present.

Sensory Memory

The shortest-term element of memory, which acts as a buffer for stimuli received through the senses, lasting up to a few seconds.

Selectively Attended

The cognitive process of focusing on a particular object in the environment for a certain period, while ignoring other perceivable information.