Jim Wants to Be a Professional Basketball Player, but His

question 194

Multiple Choice

Jim wants to be a professional basketball player, but his height (i.e., 5'5") will not allow him to make a career of the sport. This could be considered a ________________, but it is not a concern of abnormal psychology.

• A)Statistical infrequency
• B)Violation of norms
• C)Personal distress
• D)Disability or dysfunction

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Definitions:

Social Commitment

A pledge or obligation to follow through with certain social behaviors or attitudes, often for the benefit of a group or community.

Self-Perception Theory

The theory that people sometimes infer their attitudes and attributes by observing their behavior and the situation in which it occurs.

Appearance Of Scarcity

The perception that a resource is scarce, which can increase its demand and perceived value.

Norm Of Reciprocity

An explanation for why we give help: If I help you today, you might be more likely to help me tomorrow.