The Evaluation Apprehension Explanation for the Source of Arousal That

question 98

Multiple Choice

The evaluation apprehension explanation for the source of arousal that produces social facilitation posits that __________ leads to increased arousal-and thus to enhanced performance on simple tasks.

• A) the mere presence of others
• B) a social distraction, such as a loud party,
• C) the presence of others who might judge us
• D) vigilance and divided attention

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Definitions:

Sociogram

A visual diagram representing the social links or relationships within a group.

Sociometric Stars

Individuals within a group who are highly popular or well-liked, often identified through sociometric analysis.

Sociometry

A quantitative method for measuring social relationships, often employed to identify the social structure within groups.

Reliable

Reliable refers to the consistency and dependability of an outcome, instrument, or process, meaning it can be trusted to produce the same results under similar conditions.