Lucia Joins a Bowling League and Is Randomly Assigned to Play

question 31

Multiple Choice

Lucia joins a bowling league and is randomly assigned to play on Team Crusher.She immediately begins to view the Crushers more positively than other teams.Team assignment is an example of _____________and her views are best explained by _____________

• A)Minimal group paradigm; the ultimate attribution error
• B)Minimal group paradigm; social identity theory
• C)Ethnocentrism; social identity theory
• D)Ethnocentrism; the ultimate attribution error

Acknowledge the strengths and weaknesses of different research settings (laboratory vs. field).

Appreciate the importance of representing the population in a sample for generalizable results.

Understand the concept of research methods in psychology, including surveys, experiments, and naturalistic observation.

Identify the appropriate statistical analysis techniques for psychological research.

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Definitions:

Peer Support

The assistance and understanding provided by individuals of similar age or status to others within the same group or community.

Making Friends

The process of forming connections and relationships with others that provide companionship, support, and a sense of belonging.

Losing a Friend

The experience of ending a friendship due to various reasons, which can lead to feelings of sadness, loneliness, and a period of adjustment and grief.

Without Friends

The state or condition of being without any social connections or companions.