In an Experimental Procedure, Participants Hear a Sequence of Letters

question 11

Multiple Choice

In an experimental procedure, participants hear a sequence of letters and then, a moment later, are required to repeat back the sequence. The longest sequence for which participants can easily do this is likely to contain approximately ________ letters.

• A) 3
• B) 5
• C) 7
• D) 12

Assess the factors that might lead to false significance in statistical findings.

Understand the definition and scope of applied social psychology.

Recognize the role of social psychology in addressing practical and social problems.

Appreciate the importance of intervention strategies in applied social psychology.

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Definitions:

Power

Vigor and strength; the force necessary to exert one’s will; a social motive for assuming leadership responsibility. A leader with power has the ability to dominate and control people and events. Sources of power used by leaders include rewards, coercion, legitimacy, and information; types of power include expertise, reference, rational, and charisma.

Interpersonal Relations

Mutual interactions and connections between individuals, often associated with personal or professional relationships.

Communication

The giving and receiving of information; the basis of constructive relationships; the essential requirement for both a humanistic and productive workplace. Types of communication ranked in order of importance to employees include immediate supervisor, small group meetings, information from top executives, policy handbooks, orientation programs, and member newsletters.

Creativity

The ability to generate new and original ideas, solutions, or products.