Which Is NOT a Criticism Leveled Against Psychology When Applied

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which is NOT a criticism leveled against psychology when applied to the legal system?

• A)The lack of ecological validity in much psychological research
• B)Going beyond research data to make moral judgments
• C)The use of irrelevant past cases in making decisions about current issues
• D)Its intrusion upon,and possible subversion of,legitimate activities of the legal system

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Definitions:

Pluralistic Ignorance

A social psychological phenomenon where individuals mistakenly believe their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors are different from those of the group, leading to conformity despite private disagreement.

Social Value Orientation

An individual's preferences when allocating resources between oneself and others, which can influence behavior in social situations.

Competitive

A characteristic of entities that strive against each other to achieve a goal, such as winning a game or dominating a market.

Altruistic

Showing selfless concern for the well-being of others; behaviors or actions motivated by the desire to help without expecting anything in return.