Which of the Following Individuals Illustrates a Person Who Is

question 191

Multiple Choice

Which of the following individuals illustrates a person who is closer to the peak of their reaction range?

• A) Samir was born with a potential IQ of 145 (gifted IQ), was raised in an educationally enriching environment, and is a highly motivated learner.
• B) Joseppi, who was born with a potential IQ of 145 (gifted IQ), was raised in an educationally deprived environment and is an unmotivated learner.
• C) Susan was born with the potential IQ of 80 (below average IQ), was raised in an educationally deprived environment and is an unmotivated learner.
• D) Iman, who was born with the potential IQ of 80 (below average IQ), was raised in an educationally enriching environment and is an unmotivated learner who makes little progress.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

The discomfort in one's mind occurring when holding multiple opposing beliefs, ideas, or values concurrently.

Cognitive Dissonance

The discomfort in one's mind caused by holding multiple opposing beliefs, ideas, or values concurrently.

Social Psychological Theory

A branch of psychological theory that explores how individual behavior is influenced by the social environment and interactions.

Perceived Behavioral Control

An individual's belief in their capacity to execute behaviors necessary to produce specific performance attainments.