James Is Walking Home Alone at Night When He Is

question 196

Multiple Choice

James is walking home alone at night when he is suddenly startled and scared.A few seconds later,he realizes that he heard a noise and that it came from a stray cat.His experience demonstrates how ________ can be instantly activated prior to conscious awareness.

• A) schemas
• B) emotions
• C) stereotypes
• D) memories

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Definitions:

Socially Functional

Refers to the aspect or behavior of individuals that contributes positively to the operation or well-being of societal structures and relationships.

Omnipresent

Existing or being present in all places at the same time, often used to describe divine or supernatural entities.

Bystander Effect

A social psychological phenomenon where individuals are less likely to offer help to a victim when other people are present.

Hidden Prejudice

Prejudicial attitudes or biases that are not overtly expressed or are consciously recognized by individuals.