When a Task Requires Little to No Thought Because One

question 19

Multiple Choice

When a task requires little to no thought because one has practiced the central cognitive component of it so much,this is known as:

• A) mindlessness.
• B) fixedness.
• C) centration.
• D) automaticity.

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Definitions:

Social Norms

Shared guidelines or rules for behavior that are considered acceptable within a group or society.

Chameleon Effect

The unconscious mimicry of the postures, mannerisms, facial expressions, and other behaviors of one's interaction partners.

Social Loafing

The situation where people working in a team contribute less effort towards a goal compared to when they work by themselves.

Social Facilitation

The tendency for people to perform differently when in the presence of others than when alone, typically improving on simple tasks.