Monique Manipulates Self-Esteem to Be Either High, Moderate, or Low

question 40

Multiple Choice

Monique manipulates self-esteem to be either high, moderate, or low. She finds that performance is significantly better at moderate levels of self-esteem than it is at either high or low levels. Monique has found an example of

• A) a linear relationship.
• B) two independent variables.
• C) a curvilinear relationship.
• D) a scatter relationship.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that behavior is driven by its consequences, reinforcing desirable behaviors while discouraging undesirable ones.

Orienting Reflex

The instinctual reaction of an organism to a novel stimulus, often involving attention redirection towards the source of the stimulus.

Stimulus

Any event or situation that evokes a response or reaction from an organism or system.

Intrinsic Motivation

The drive to engage in an activity for its own sake, because it is interesting and satisfying in itself, not for some separate outcome.