John's Performance on Certain Tasks Is Better When His Friends

question 62

Multiple Choice

John's performance on certain tasks is better when his friends are watching than when he is alone. According to Zajonc's theory, this occurs because the presence of others __________.

• A) increases the drive or arousal level of the performer
• B) increases the performer's ability to focus on the essential aspects of the task being performed
• C) reduces the number of alternative responses that the performer will make in a given situation
• D) alters the performer's ability to recall essential elements of the task being performed

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Definitions:

Duress

A situation where a person performs an act as a result of violence, threat, or other pressures against them.

Undue Influence

Unfair manipulation or coercion exerted by one party over another, typically in a way that compromises the victim's free will in decision-making or agreement.

Duress

A situation where an individual is forced to act against their will or make a decision under threat of harm or undue pressure.

Undue Influence

An unlawful practice where an individual takes advantage of their position of power over another person to influence their decisions.