The ____________ Variable Is Predicted to Be Affected by Something

question 102

Multiple Choice

The ____________ variable is predicted to be affected by something else.

• A) independent
• B) dependent
• C) interdependent
• D) co-dependent

Grasp the fundamental attribution error and how it contrasts with situational attributions.

Recognize the impact of physical attractiveness on social judgments and relationships, including the halo effect.

Identify biases in self-perception and self-assessment, such as the self-serving bias.

Comprehend the importance of reciprocal liking in forming and maintaining social relationships.

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Definitions:

Randomly Varying

Characterized by changes or differences that occur in a random manner, not following any specific pattern or prediction.

Shaping

A training technique that involves gradually reinforcing behaviors that come closer and closer to a targeted action.

Partial Responses

In medical and psychological treatments, reactions that show some improvement due to therapy but do not fulfill all criteria for complete remission.

Reinforcement

In operant conditioning, a process that increases the likelihood of a behavior by applying a positive stimulus or removing a negative one.