Muzafer Sherif Found That When Groups of People Viewed a Stationary

question 37

Multiple Choice

Muzafer Sherif found that when groups of people viewed a stationary dot of light in a dark room, the people perceived the dot to move in a phenomenon called _____________. When comparing their experiences in small groups, after viewing the dot, groups came to slightly different conclusions regarding how much the dot had moved which provided some insight into how _________ are formed.

• A)the autokinetic effect; social norms
• B)the self-fulfilling prophecy; social roles
• C)groupthink; prejudices
• D)the mere exposure effect; attributions

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Definitions:

Issues Management

An anticipatory, strategic management process that helps organizations detect and respond appropriately to emerging trends or changes in the sociopolitical environment.

Reactive

When an organization does not act in advance and the situation escalates requiring an organizational, public response.

Anticipatory

Characterized by anticipation; taking action in expectation of future needs or problems.

Corporate Crisis

A significant threat to operations or reputations that can have negative consequences if not handled properly.