When a Perceiver's False Expectations Cause a Person to Behave

question 95

Multiple Choice

When a perceiver's false expectations cause a person to behave in ways confirms those expectations, it results in a(n)

• A) subtype.
• B) self-fulfilling prophecy.
• C) illusory correlation.
• D) subliminal presentation.

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Definitions:

Menstrual Cycles

The regular natural change that occurs in the female reproductive system that makes pregnancy possible.

Martha McClintock

An American psychologist best known for her research on pheromones and their effect on women's menstrual cycles, also known for her work on social interactions affecting health and disease.

Synchronize

To cause to occur at the same time or rate, often in harmony or concerted action.

Coolidge Effect

A phenomenon observed in animals, where males exhibit renewed sexual interest if introduced to new receptive females.