Monty Signs Up for an Experiment in Which He Is

question 29

Multiple Choice

Monty signs up for an experiment in which he is supposed to learn a series of word pairs. When he is later tested on his memory for these words, Monty is given a shock after every answer he gives, even when he gets the answer correct. In a different memory task the following week, Monty does not even try to study the photos he is given, even though he is told that he will receive shocks for every incorrect response he makes. Monty is demonstrating

• A) problem-focused coping.
• B) hardiness.
• C) learned helplessness.
• D) self-efficacy.

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Definitions:

Determine Methods

The process of deciding or establishing the means by which a goal will be achieved.

Eye Contact

Direct visual engagement with the eyes of another person, often used to communicate confidence, attention, and interest.

Enunciation

The act of pronouncing words clearly and distinctly.

Credible Speaker

An individual who is considered trustworthy and authoritative, making their spoken messages more convincing and acceptable to the audience.