If Calvin Is Average in Terms of His Looks, He

question 27

Multiple Choice

If Calvin is average in terms of his looks, he may not ask the gorgeous Giselle to go on a date with him because he believes that he will be rejected or that eventually the relationship would not work out. Thus, the ________ affected Calvin's decision to not ask Giselle to go out with him.

• A) diffusion of responsibility theory
• B) principle of proximity
• C) fundamental attribution error
• D) expectancy-value theor.
• E) Asch effec.

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Definitions:

Punishment Procedures

Techniques used to decrease the likelihood of a behavior recurring, typically by introducing a negative consequence or withdrawing a positive stimulus.

Escape Conditioning

A term synonymous with negative reinforcement but tends to be more descriptive of the process.

Punished

The act of inflicting a penalty or consequence for inappropriate behavior or wrongdoing, often as a means of discouraging such behavior in the future.

Recess

A break period during the school day designated for rest, play, or food, typically occurring outdoors.