All of the Following Species Have Passed the Mirror Task

question 33

Multiple Choice

All of the following species have passed the mirror task EXCEPT:

• A) African gray parrots
• B) bottle-nosed dolphins
• C) chimpanzees
• D) humans

Interpret statistical significance and its importance in psychological research.

Distinguish between descriptive and inferential statistics and their roles in psychological research.

Acknowledge the contributions and ethical considerations of animal research in psychology.

Understand and apply ethical guidelines for human participation in psychological research, including informed consent.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon that occurs when an individual experiences mental discomfort due to holding contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Social Loafing

A phenomenon where individuals exert less effort to achieve a goal when they work in a group compared to when they work alone.

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon that occurs within a group of people, where the desire for harmony or conformity results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Discrimination

Unequal and unfavorable treatment of people belonging to distinct groups, usually on the grounds of their race, age, sex, or disabilities.