Janet Is Sitting in the Front of the Bus When

question 26

Multiple Choice

Janet is sitting in the front of the bus when she hears someone cry out from the back of the bus.Research suggests that she is more likely to help this person if

• A) she is in a rush.
• B) she is worried about an upcoming test.
• C) the bus is crowded.
• D) the person yells, "Help me!"

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Definitions:

Stereotypes

Oversimplified generalized beliefs about a group of people that often do not accurately reflect reality, influencing attitudes and behaviors towards members of that group.

Beautiful Is Good

A social psychological phenomenon where physical attractiveness leads people to attribute other positive traits such as intelligence and kindness to the person.

Stereotype

A fixed, overgeneralized belief about a particular group or class of people.

Attribution Theory

A psychological theory that explains how individuals infer the causes of their own and others' behaviors.