Which of the Following Is the Best Example of a Basic-Level

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of a basic-level category?

• A) Of the words wingtips, shoes, flip-flops; flip-flops is a basic-level category.
• B) Of the words shoes, shirts, wardrobe; wardrobe is a basic-level category.
• C) Of the words dog, terrier, and mammal; dog is a basic-level category.
• D) Of the words lion, tiger, and mammal; mammal is a basic-level category.

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Definitions:

Type A Behaviour

A personality trait characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-imposed stress, impatience, and a constant sense of urgency.

Self-Esteem

An individual's subjective evaluation of their own worth and capabilities.

Intergroup Bias

The tendency to favor one's own group over other groups in terms of judgment, preference, or treatment.

Task Conflict

Disagreements about the nature of the work to be done.