After a Fierce Rivalry Developed Between the Two Groups of Boys

question 438

True/False

After a fierce rivalry developed between the two groups of boys, psychologist Muzafer Sherif found that simply having the two groups of boys spend time together in peaceful situations, such as eating together in the dining hall, greatly reduced the intergroup tension.

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Definitions:

Testing Hypothesis

The process of using statistical methods to determine if there is enough evidence to support a proposed explanation or theory.

Study Participation

Involves individuals willingly taking part in research to contribute to knowledge, which can range from filling out questionnaires to being part of experimental treatments.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus strengthens a behavior or increases the likelihood of its repetition.

Unpleasant Stimulus

A negative or harmful stimulus that causes discomfort or aversion, often used in psychology to study learning, memory, and behavior conditioning.