In a Comparison of Pseudopsychologies and Valid Psychological Principles,which of the Following

question 134

Multiple Choice

In a comparison of pseudopsychologies and valid psychological principles,which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Pseudopsychologies are more of a nuisance and rarely do any harm.
• B)Valid psychological principles are based on observation and evidence,not opinions.
• C)Astrology's popularity shows that many people have difficulty separating valid psychology from systems that seem valid but are not.
• D)The pseudopsychology of graphology has been mistakenly used to determine who is hired,given bank credit,or selected for juries.

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Definitions:

Orientation Phase

The initial stage in various processes (e.g., therapeutic engagement, group formation), where individuals become acquainted with the structure, expectations, and each other.

Collective Memory

The shared pool of knowledge and information in the memories of two or more members of a social group that is significantly influenced by social identity and group dynamics, leading to a common representation of past events.

Nominal Group's Memory

The collective memory and recall ability of a group working in a nominal setting, where the members operate individually rather than through interactive discussion.

Cognitive Biases

Systematic patterns of deviation from norm or rationality in judgment, whereby inferences about other people and situations may be drawn in an illogical fashion.