Whenever Keith Discusses Current Events with His Classmates, He Tends

question 393

Multiple Choice

Whenever Keith discusses current events with his classmates, he tends to be overly certain in his opinions and intolerant of anyone else's opinion. Even when evidence contradicts him, Keith finds it difficult to change his beliefs. Keith would be described as exhibiting

• A)dogmatism.
• B)cognitive dissonance.
• C)self-stereotyping.
• D)ethnocentrism.

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Definitions:

Behavioural Approach

A psychological perspective emphasizing the study of observable behavior and the effects of learning and environment on actions.

Personality

The characteristic set of behaviors, cognitions, and emotional patterns that evolve from biological and environmental factors.

Provocative Items

Materials or stimuli intended to evoke reactions or responses in subjects or audiences.

Narcissist

An individual with an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves, often disregarding the feelings of others.