Which Statement Best Reflects Most Social Psychologists' Beliefs About the Nature

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which statement best reflects most social psychologists' beliefs about the nature of aggression?

• A) Aggression is the result of both inborn propensities and a particular situational context.
• B) Aggression is based on normal inborn instincts.
• C) Aggression is entirely determined by situational factors.
• D) Aggression occurs when unexpressed emotions build up inside and must be expressed to relieve pressure.
• E) Aggression is almost always maladaptive.

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Definitions:

Self-Handicapping

A strategy whereby individuals create obstacles to their own success as a way to protect self-esteem in the face of failure.

Belief Perseverance

The tendency for people to hold onto their beliefs even when evidence shows those beliefs to be false.

Self-Serving Bias

The widespread inclination to credit personal achievements to one's own qualities while blaming setbacks on outside influences.

Internal Causes

Refer to factors within a person that influence their behavior, thoughts, or emotions, such as personality traits or personal values.