The Cocktail Party Effect Refers to the Tendency for People

question 38

Multiple Choice

The cocktail party effect refers to the tendency for people to

• A) become more self-conscious in large groups.
• B) get nervous in social settings and forget the names of those to whom they have been introduced.
• C) hear the mention of their own name even from across a loud and crowded room.
• D) become more focused on self-presentational concerns in group settings.

---

Definitions:

Attribution Theory

The theory that explains how individuals pinpoint the causes of their own and others' behavior and events; it describes the cognitive process of attributing causes to events and behaviors.

Implicit Leadership Theory

The idea that people have ingrained beliefs and expectations about the attributes and behaviors that make an effective leader.

Transformational Leadership

A leadership style that inspires followers to exceed their own interests for the sake of the greater good, often leading to significant changes or improvements.

Universal Perspective

A viewpoint that considers all factors and conditions affecting a situation without bias.