Frederic Bartlett's Research on Memory Demonstrated That People Tend to Remember

question 137

Multiple Choice

Frederic Bartlett's research on memory demonstrated that people tend to remember:

• A)what actually happened instead of what should have happened.
• B)what should have happened instead of what actually happened.
• C)nonsense syllables with more accuracy than meaningful words.
• D)meaningful words with more accuracy than nonsense syllables.

Recognize the influence of the self-serving bias in attributing causes for one's own behavior.

Comprehend the variation in attributional biases across different cultures.

Understand the dynamics and consequences of self-fulfilling prophecies and stereotypes in social interactions.

Identify the conditions under which attitudes can effectively predict behavior.

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Definitions:

Indirect Approach

A communication strategy where the main point or request is gradually introduced, often after providing background information or building a context.

Direct Approach

A straightforward method of dealing with a situation or problem, without avoiding difficult issues.

Failure Analysis

The process of collecting and analyzing data to determine the cause of a failure, often with the goal of preventing it in the future.

Negative Events

Unfavorable or adverse occurrences that can impact individuals or groups in various contexts.