What Purpose Does the Text Suggest That Self-Esteem May Have

question 90

Multiple Choice

What purpose does the text suggest that self-esteem may have played related to survival in the evolutionary past?

• A)Lower self-esteem led to more cooperation between rival groups.
• B)High self-esteem increased popularity in social groups.
• C)A drop in self-esteem predicted a pending rejection and led to favor-retaining behaviors.
• D)An increase in self-esteem was associated with enhanced reproductive success.

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Definitions:

Valences of Outcomes

Valences of outcomes refer to the desirability of the results of actions, which can either be positive, attracting a person towards a behavior, or negative, deterring them from it.

Outcome Valences

The perceived attractiveness or desirability of an outcome, influencing how much effort people are willing to put in to achieve it.

Expectancy Theory

A motivation theory suggesting that individuals are more likely to engage in behaviors if they believe that the effort will lead to a favorable outcome.

Skills

are the abilities and expertise acquired through practice and education, allowing effective action in various tasks.