Which Organizational Source of Resistance to Change Occurs When Group

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which organizational source of resistance to change occurs when group norms act as a brake on individual attempts at behavior change?

• A) changes in resource allocation
• B) narrow focus of change
• C) overdetermination
• D) threatened expertise
• E) group inertia

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

is a process in psychology that strengthens or increases the likelihood of a behavior by providing a consequence that is rewarding or removing an unpleasant stimulus.

Schedule-Induced Polydipsia

The high levels of water consumption following food reinforcement on an interval schedule.

FI Reinforcement Schedule

Fixed Interval Reinforcement Schedule, a reinforcement strategy where rewards are delivered at fixed intervals of time, provided that the correct response is made.

Lateral Amygdala

A part of the brain's amygdala involved in emotional responses, particularly fear and anxiety.