The Robbers Cave Experiment Showed That an Effective Way to Reduce

question 335

Multiple Choice

The Robbers Cave Experiment showed that an effective way to reduce prejudice and tension between members of different groups was to:

• A) create a situation in which members of different groups cooperate to achieve a common goal.
• B) set up competitive situations in which members of different groups can demonstrate their expertise.
• C) provide opportunities for members of different groups to socialize.
• D) force members of different groups to have contact with one another in a stressful situation, in this case being trapped in a cave.

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Definitions:

Johansson

Likely refers to Gunnar Johansson, a psychologist known for his research on visual perception, particularly in motion perception.

Lights

Sources of illumination, both natural and artificial, that enable visibility.

Perception

The process by which individuals organize and interpret their sensory impressions to give meaning to their environment.

Top-Down Perceptual Processes

Cognitive processes that involve using previous knowledge, expectations, and experiences to interpret and understand sensory information.