Bill Conducts an Experiment in Which He Pairs the Word

question 45

Multiple Choice

Bill conducts an experiment in which he pairs the word psychologist with words such as nasty, evil, and corrupt.Later Bill asks his subjects to give their opinion of various professions by rating them on a scale from very positive to very negative.Of the following professions, will probably receive the lowest rating.

• A)mathematician
• B)accountant
• C)biologist
• D)social worker

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Definitions:

Dating

The social activity involving two or more people generally assessing each other's suitability as a partner in an intimate relationship or as a spouse.

Male Sexual Scripts

Socially learned narratives that define the sexual behaviors, attitudes, and expectations considered appropriate for men.

Cognitive Social Learning Theory

A theory that emphasizes the role of observational learning, social experience, and cognitive processes in the development of behavior.

Behavioral Psychology

A field of psychology that focuses on studying and modifying observable behaviors through conditioning and reinforcement.