Examlex

Solved

Ed Participated in a Psychology Experiment in Which He Turned

question 38

Multiple Choice

Ed participated in a psychology experiment in which he turned pegs on a board for one hour.Although the task was very boring,the experimenter said,"I will pay you $1 if you tell the next participant that this experiment is the most exciting experiment that you have ever been in." Julie also participated in the same experiment; however,the experimenter offered to pay her $20 to lie to the next participant.According to cognitive dissonance theory,Ed will later report that experiment was ____,and Julie will report that it was ____.


Definitions:

Definitions

Clear explanations of the meanings of words or phrases, used to ensure understanding and reduce ambiguity.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event, characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.

Stress-Induced Mental Illness

A mental health disorder triggered or exacerbated by stressful situations or events.

Physical Injury

Harm or damage inflicted on the body of a person, often through accidents or acts of violence.

Related Questions