The Study by Shariff and Norenzayan (2007) Presented in Your

question 149

Multiple Choice

The study by Shariff and Norenzayan (2007) presented in your text showed that under some conditions, participants would be more likely to leave more money for a stranger. What is the larger contribution to understanding social cognition that this study makes?

• A) Priming is an inconsistent, ineffective way to change behavior.
• B) Goals can be activated and influence people's behavior without their knowledge.
• C) People's behavior is affected more strongly when they are primed consciously.
• D) People become more charitable when they believe their names will be associated with their donations.

Recognize different barriers to accommodation and how to address them.

Understand the differences between diversity management and employment equity.

Know the fundamental legal and ethical principles guiding employment equity and diversity management, including human rights legislation.

Understand the principles and legislation behind pay equity including the misconception that pay equity equates to equal pay for identical work.

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Traits Rating Scale

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Checklist

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Multiperson Comparison Method

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