Mental Models Cause Us To

question 90

Multiple Choice

Mental models cause us to:

• A)perceive ourselves as members of several groups that are different from people in other groups.
• B)believe the behaviour of others is caused more by their ability or motivation than the situation.
• C)perceive events as though people are acting on a theatrical stage.
• D)select and organize stimuli in ways that are consistent with our broad world views.
• E)change our personality whenever we develop new mental models.

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Definitions:

Deviance

Behaviors or actions that violate the norms and expectations of a society or social group.

Beauty

An aesthetic quality or feature that gives pleasure to the senses or exalts the mind and spirit.

Utensil

A tool or implement, especially one used in the kitchen, for preparing, serving, or eating food.

Norm Violation

The act of breaking the rules or standards of behavior that are accepted by a society or social group.