Independent and Dependent Variables Based on Schachter's (1959) Findings, Renee

question 47

Multiple Choice

Independent and Dependent Variables Based on Schachter's (1959) findings, Renee randomly assigned subjects to either wait alone or with a confederate for 20 minutes.She measured their anxiety at the end of the waiting period.Affiliation was the ____ in this experiment.

• A)confounding variable
• B)dependent variable
• C)independent variable
• D)subject variable

Understand the effects of media and information availability on personal fears and biases.

Identify biases within social identity constructs, such as nationalism and political affiliation.

Recognize the influence of distinctive features and categorization in racial perception.

Understand the relationship between aggression, genetics, and physiological factors.

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Definitions:

Relay

An electrically operated switch that allows a circuit to be controlled by a low-power signal, or where several circuits must be controlled by one signal.

Contact

An electrical component used to complete or interrupt an electrical circuit.

Jog Pushbutton

A control button on a machine that, when activated, causes the machine to operate at a low speed for short periods, aiding in precise positioning.

Momentary Contact

A switch or relay contact that makes or breaks connection only while being actuated, returning to its original state afterward.