The Professor Asks a General Question of the Class,and Although

question 91

Multiple Choice

The professor asks a general question of the class,and although you think you might know the answer,you don't raise your hand to answer because you're afraid that if you're wrong,the other students might laugh at you.You are experiencing which barrier to problem-solving?

• A) cultural
• B) learned
• C) perceptual
• D) emotional

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Definitions:

Conformity

Conformity is the act of aligning one's beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors with those of a group or societal norms, often due to real or perceived group pressure.

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological discomfort experienced from holding two or more conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes.

Contradictory Cognitions

Holding two or more psychological beliefs, ideas, or values that are in conflict with one another.

Social Norms

The unwritten rules that govern the behavior of individuals within a society, guiding what is considered acceptable or unacceptable.