Top-Down Mechanisms Suggest That

question 9

Multiple Choice

Top-down mechanisms suggest that

• A)upright stimuli are processed faster than inverted stimuli.
• B)faces are processed faster than other body parts or inanimate objects.
• C)processing can be driven by knowledge and expectations.
• D)incoming information about a stimulus activates feature detectors.

---

Definitions:

Point Method

A technique used in job evaluation to quantify the value of a job's aspects or components, assigning points based on complexity, skills required, and responsibilities.

Expectancy Theory

A motivation theory suggesting that an individual's willingness to work is based on the expectation that their efforts will lead to desired performance and rewards.

Instrumentality Theory

A concept in motivation theory that suggests the perceived relationship between performance and outcomes affects motivation.

Valued Reward

A tangible or intangible benefit given in recognition of achievement, performance, or service deemed desirable by the recipient.