During Lunch a Group of Computer Science Majors Were Discussing

question 178

Multiple Choice

During lunch a group of computer science majors were discussing their choice of field. One student admitted that he had once considered becoming an accountant but decided against it because "accountants are all boring number crunchers without an ounce of creativity." This statement best reflects the:

• A) out-group homogeneity effect.
• B) fundamental attribution error.
• C) in-group heterogeneity effect.
• D) just-world hypothesis.

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Definitions:

Sinus Venosus

End of the embryonic cardiac tube where blood enters the heart; becomes a portion of the right atrium, including the SA node.

Pharynx

Upper expanded portion of the digestive tube between the esophagus below and the oral and nasal cavities above and in front.

Thyroid Gland

Endocrine gland located inferior to the larynx and consisting of two lobes connected by the isthmus; secretes the thyroid hormones triiodothyronine (T3) and tetraiodothyronine (T4).

Adrenal Medulla

A portion of the adrenal gland responsible for producing adrenaline and noradrenaline, which are vital for the body's fight or flight response.