Information Manipulation Theory Suggests That People Behave Deceptively by Manipulating

question 56

Multiple Choice

Information Manipulation Theory suggests that people behave deceptively by manipulating information in a variety of ways. According to the theory, which of the following is discussed as a means of manipulating information?

• A) altering the amount of information
• B) altering the veracity of information
• C) altering the relevance of information
• D) All of the above are discussed by IMT as a means of manipulating information.

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Definitions:

Cephalocaudal

A pattern of growth and development in which areas of the body develop from head (cephalo) to tail (caudal) direction.

Proximodistal

A pattern of physical and motor development that progresses from the center of the body outward toward the extremities.

Upper-Arm Movement

The action or range of motion associated with the segment of the arm located between the shoulder and the elbow.

Fine Finger Movements

The ability to make small, precise movements with the fingers, often necessary for tasks such as writing or manipulating small objects.