When There Exists a Discrepancy Between One's Goals and Performance

question 114

Multiple Choice

When there exists a discrepancy between one's goals and performance, this is known as

• A)discrepancy production.
• B)discrepancy induction.
• C)discrepancy seduction.
• D)discrepancy reduction.
• E)discrepancy function.

Understand the concept of generalization and discrimination in the context of conditioning.

Understand the relationship between social class and education attainment.

Differentiate between education systems across countries and recognize the impact of certain programs like Head Start.

Identify the effects of familial economic status and educational attainment on children's education outcomes.

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanism

Unconscious tactics employed to shield an individual from the distress tied to undesirable thoughts or emotions.

Sublimation

In psychology, sublimation refers to the process of channeling unacceptable impulses, thoughts, or emotions into more acceptable or productive behaviors.

Violent Impulses

Sudden urges to exhibit aggressive behaviors or actions, which can be a symptom of underlying psychological or neurological issues.

Collective Unconscious

A term by Carl Jung to describe structures of the unconscious mind shared among beings of the same species.