In a Study Described in the Textbook, Participants Memorized Either

question 136

Multiple Choice

In a study described in the textbook, participants memorized either words such as neat or disrespectful before reading an ambiguous passage about Donald, in which he was described as engaging in a number of recreational activities (e.g., driving in a demolition derby, white-water rafting) in which he had risked injury and even death.How did these words influence the impressions of Donald?

• A) They made the impression of his behavior appear more extreme.
• B) They did not affect the impression of him because they were not related to his behavior.
• C) They helped make the impression of Donald more sympathetic.
• D) They made the impression of Donald more negative.

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Definitions:

Protein Activity

Refers to the functional capacity of a protein to perform its biochemical role, which may include catalyzing reactions, binding to other molecules, or structural support.

Transcription Factors

Transcription factors are proteins that regulate the transcription of genes by binding to specific DNA sequences, thereby increasing or decreasing the transcription of genes.

Coenzymes

Substances that enhance the action of enzymes by facilitating their ability to catalyze biochemical reactions.

Acetyl Groups

Functional groups derived from acetic acid, consisting of a methyl group single-bonded to a carbonyl. The formula is CH3CO, often denoted as Ac in chemical structures.