Shania Is Initially Attracted to Chad, a Fellow Student in One

question 85

Multiple Choice

Shania is initially attracted to Chad, a fellow student in one of her classes. Over the semester, however, he is continually loud and disruptive in class. He also makes lewd jokes and is almost kicked out of class. By the end of the class, Shania is no longer attracted to Chad. It is likely that, in Shania's eyes, Chad's behavior caused his ______ to decrease.

• A) physical attractiveness
• B) social attractiveness
• C) halo effect
• D) horns effect

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Definitions:

Behavioral Therapies

Psychotherapeutic approaches that focus on identifying the reinforcements and punishments contributing to a person’s maladaptive behaviors and on changing specific behaviors.

Pervasive Developmental Disorders

Disorders characterized by severe and persisting impairment in several areas of development.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

A developmental disorder characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

A developmental disorder that affects communication and behavior, ranging from mild to severe.