Negative Information About a Target

question 21

Multiple Choice

Negative information about a target

• A) cannot be primed.
• B) weighs less heavily on the brain than positive information.
• C) is typically ignored by perceivers younger than 10 years old.
• D) causes electrical activity in different areas of the brain than positive or neutral information.

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Definitions:

Skinnerian

Pertaining to the theories and principles of B.F. Skinner, particularly regarding behaviorism and the use of reinforcement and punishment.

Behavior

The actions or reactions of an individual or system in response to external or internal stimuli.

Attachment

The emotional bond that develops between a child and a caregiver, forming the basis for relationships later in life.

Caregiver

An individual who provides care for another person, typically a family member or patient, who is in need of assistance due to age, illness, or disability.