Ted Likes Jim and Smiles at Him Every Chance He

question 37

Multiple Choice

Ted likes Jim and smiles at him every chance he gets. Jim wonders why Ted is always smirking at him sarcastically and studiously avoids him. Ted thinks he's being friendly and cannot understand Jim's standoffishness; Jim thinks Ted is a jerk for continuing to smirk at him without explanation. This difference illustrates the role of __________ in explaining social behavior.

• A) power
• B) construals
• C) the need for affiliation
• D) persuasion

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Definitions:

Cooing

The earliest form of vocalization in infants, characterized by soft, gurgling noises made to express pleasure or contentment, often developing within the first few months of life.

Parentese

A speech pattern used by adults when talking to infants and young children, characterized by higher pitch, slower tempo, and exaggerated intonation.

Low-Pitched

Refers to sounds that are deep and may have a frequency closer to the lower end of the sound spectrum.

Performance-Oriented

A focus or emphasis on achieving results and meeting high standards of excellence, often in educational, athletic, or professional contexts.