Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (FMRI)

question 51

Multiple Choice

Positron emission tomography (PET) and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) are technologies that enable social psychologists to

• A) record research participants' true attitudes without their awareness.
• B) present visual stimuli to research participants for 100th of a second.
• C) see images of the brain as people think, feel, and behave.
• D) induce a particular mood state in people.

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Definitions:

Overconfident

Having an unjustifiably high opinion of one's abilities, knowledge, or chances of success.

Interpersonal Conflict

When two or more people disagree.

Pseudolistening

The act of appearing to listen without actually paying attention or comprehending the message being communicated.

Barriers to Effective Communication

Factors that impede the transfer or understanding of information among parties.