Ralph Has a Confederate Cut in Front of a Person

question 16

Multiple Choice

Ralph has a confederate cut in front of a person who is second or ninth in line at a grocery store checkout counter.He then records the number of verbal responses towards the confederate as a measure of aggression.The manipulation employed in this study is an example of a _____ manipulation.

• A) sequential
• B) staged
• C) straightforward
• D) dependent

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Definitions:

Eriksonian Orientation

A reference to the theories of psychologist Erik Erikson, especially his stages of psychosocial development.

Developmental Task

A milestone or challenge that is typical at a certain age, accomplishment of which is crucial for successful progression to further stages of development.

Newborn

An infant who is within its first few hours up to a few weeks of life, often requiring extensive care and attention.

Psychosocial

Pertaining to the interrelation of social factors and individual thought and behavior.