Which of the Following Represents a Key Weakness of the Social

question 221

Multiple Choice

Which of the following represents a key weakness of the social cognitive perspective?

• A)The social cognitive perspective has very little empirical support.
• B)The social cognitive perspective focuses only on limited aspects of human personality.
• C)The social cognitive perspective is based upon clinical observations of a very small group of people, most of whom were being treated for psychological problems.
• D)Social cognitive concepts have little or no applicability to daily life.

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Definitions:

Reciprocity Norm

The reciprocity norm is a social norm that expects individuals to return favors and positive gestures, fostering cooperation and social bonds within communities.

Diffusion Of Responsibility

A sociopsychological phenomenon where individuals in a group are less likely to take action or feel a sense of responsibility in the presence of others.

Reciprocity Norm

A social norm that expects individuals to help those who have helped them.

Epileptic Seizure

A sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain causing convulsions, sensory disturbances, or loss of consciousness, characteristic of epilepsy.