Based on the Social Comparison Explanation of Group Polarization,group Members

question 94

Multiple Choice

Based on the social comparison explanation of group polarization,group members' attitudes toward an issue should be most influenced by

• A)how different their attitudes are from those of an outgroup.
• B)those in the ingroup who favor a cautious approach.
• C)the number of people in their group who share that attitude.
• D)those in the ingroup who offer the most arguments relevant to the issue.

Understand the impact of hormones on the development of the fetus and its external genitalia.

Understand the role of fetal activity and maternal stress on fetal development.

Identify the impact of maternal nutrition and health on fetal growth and development.

Recognize the effects of external stimuli on fetal development, including sound and tactile responses.

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Definitions:

Difference Threshold

The minimum difference in stimulation that an individual can detect 50% of the time, also known as the just noticeable difference (JND).

Difference Threshold

The minimum difference in stimulation that a person can detect 50 percent of the time, also known as the just-noticeable difference (JND).

Absolute Threshold

The minimum intensity at which a stimulus can be detected by an individual 50% of the time.

Weber's Law

A principle stating that the just-noticeable difference between two stimuli is proportional to the magnitude of the stimuli.