An Assemblage of People Who Share Common Attitudes and Interests

question 15

Multiple Choice

An assemblage of people who share common attitudes and interests, who try to influence the political system by shaping public opinion, and who can influence the decisions of government officials is called a(n)

• A)interest group.
• B)focus group.
• C)peer group.
• D)reference group.
• E)governmental group.

Identify and understand the ethical guidelines and precautions in psychological research involving children.

Appreciate the role of culture and ethnicity in psychology, distinguishing between them and understanding their impact.

Acknowledge the various ecological systems and their influences on human development according to Bronfenbrenner’s theory.

Identify and describe the five stages of childhood development.

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Definitions:

Mediator

A neutral third party who assists in negotiating and reaching a settlement in a dispute or negotiation.

Collective Bargaining

A process of negotiations between employers and a group of employees aimed at reaching agreements to regulate working conditions.

Labor Union Membership

The status of being a member of an organization that represents workers' interests to employers, including negotiations for better wages and working conditions.

Collective Bargaining

The process where employers and unions negotiate conditions of employment such as wages, hours, and working conditions.