In Order to Maximize Visual Acuity at Night,you Should

question 277

Multiple Choice

In order to maximize visual acuity at night,you should

• A) look directly at the object you wish to see.
• B) turn your head at a slight angle to the object.
• C) close one eye.
• D) blink your eyes several times to hasten dark adaptation.

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize personality-based explanations for behaviors observed in others while underestimating the influence of situational factors.

Actor-observer Difference

The tendency to attribute one's own actions to situational factors while attributing others' actions to their personal characteristics.

Self-fulfilling Prophecy

A belief or expectation that influences actions in a way that causes the belief to become true.

Stereotype Threat

The risk of confirming negative stereotypes about one's social group, which can hinder performance in activities related to those stereotypes.