Robert Zajonc (1965)wrote an Influential Article in Which He Posited

question 12

Multiple Choice

Robert Zajonc (1965) wrote an influential article in which he posited a theoretical explanation for the social facilitation effect.Elegantly simple,this explanation included two steps:

• A)the presence of others causes arousal,and arousal makes it easier to do simple things and harder to do difficult or new things.
• B)actors are concerned about evaluation,and the most dominant response is activated.
• C)the presence of others is distracting,and distractions make it more difficult to perform.
• D)performance of difficult tasks is arousing,and arousal impedes performance.

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Definitions:

Intermittent

Occurring at irregular intervals; not continuous or steady.

Auditory Frequency

Auditory frequency refers to the number of sound vibrations or cycles per second, perceived as the pitch of a sound, measured in hertz (Hz).

Narrow Range

A limited or confined scope or extent, often referring to variations or fluctuations within a restricted interval.

Loud

Loud describes a sound that has a high volume or intensity, often capable of causing a noticeable reaction or discomfort in listeners.