In Psychological Research, Scale Attenuation Refers to Situations in Which

question 52

Multiple Choice

In psychological research, scale attenuation refers to situations in which

• A) a particular result will not generalize across several dimensions.
• B) a measurement scale is too restricted to measure differences between conditions.
• C) performance in two conditions is equivalent.
• D) an independent variable has an effect that is the same at all levels of the second independent variable.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes simultaneously.

Uncomfortable Tension

A psychological state of discomfort arising from contradictory beliefs, thoughts, or feelings.

Beliefs, Attitudes

Mental dispositions reflecting how individuals think or feel about objects, people, or events, influencing how they behave towards them.

Induced Hypocrisy

A psychological condition where individuals are led to recognize the contradiction between their beliefs and behaviors, fostering a change in attitude or behavior.