The Tendency to Cling to an Existing Self-Concept

question 25

Multiple Choice

The tendency to cling to an existing self-concept.

• A)​reflected appraisal
• B)​significant other
• C)​cognitive conservatism
• D)​presenting self
• E)​perceived self

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Definitions:

Field Independence

A cognitive style characterized by the ability to maintain orientation or focus on details in the presence of distracting background information.

Field Dependence

A cognitive style characterized by reliance on external frames of reference for orientation and problem-solving.

The Bell Curve

A book that argues for the existence of a relationship between race, intelligence, and economic status, highly controversial for its interpretations of IQ data.

Cognitive Ability

Cognitive ability is the capacity of the brain to process, reason, remember, and relate information.