Attribution Theorists Tell Us That, in General, When People Don't

question 74

Multiple Choice

Attribution theorists tell us that, in general, when people don't know why they have been successful or unsuccessful at a task, they are apt to:

• A) Assume that ability or lack of it) was the overriding factor
• B) Assume that effort or lack of it) was the overriding factor
• C) Seek out possible explanations for their success or failure
• D) Forget about their successes and failures very quickly

Describe the impact of social roles and expectancies on behavior as demonstrated in the Stanford Prison Experiment.

Understand observational learning and its influence on attitude formation.

Comprehend the mechanisms of reducing cognitive dissonance and their effects on personal beliefs and attitudes.

Explain the relationship between attitudes and behaviors according to self-perception theory.

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Definitions:

Positive Reinforcement

A method in behavioral psychology where the introduction of a rewarding stimulus following a desired behavior increases the likelihood of the behavior occurring again.

Participative Management

A management style where employees at all levels are encouraged to contribute ideas towards the organization's goals.

Employee Engagement

The level of an employee's emotional investment, enthusiasm, and commitment to their work and workplace.

360-Degree Feedback

A performance appraisal method involving feedback from all directions: supervisors, peers, subordinates, and sometimes clients.