Kahneman & Tversky (1973)report Having People Read Various Personality Descriptions

question 29

Multiple Choice

Kahneman & Tversky (1973) report having people read various personality descriptions and then estimate the likelihood or probability that a person was a member of one or another profession.They report __________.

• A)good use of prior odds in the "bare bones" situation
• B)that stereotypic information biased the reported likelihood in the direction of the stereotype
• C)that worthless information did not bias the reported likelihood; prior probabilities were retained unless the information was consistent with a stereotype
• D)that the descriptive model deviated strongly from the normative model

---

Definitions:

Critical Psychological States

Part of the Job Characteristics Model, these states are believed to be key for achieving positive outcomes in job redesign efforts, including experienced meaningfulness of the work, experienced responsibility for outcomes, and knowledge of results.

Experienced Meaningfulness

The feeling of value and purpose in one’s work, leading to increased motivation and job satisfaction.

Growth-need Strength

The degree to which an individual needs personal growth, development, and intrinsic motivation at work.

Job Enrichment

Job enrichment is a process that enhances job satisfaction and employee motivation by integrating more meaningful tasks, giving workers more control over their duties, and offering opportunities for personal growth.