13 Social Psychology Quiz

What are the three components of attitudes?

• Cognitive, Affective, Behavioral

• Positive, Negative, Neutral

• Internal, External, Situational

• Implicit, Explicit, Unconscious

What is cognitive dissonance?

• A state of mental discomfort

• A type of prejudice

• A form of social influence

• An attribution error

What is the Fundamental Attribution Error?

• Overemphasizing internal factors in others' behavior

• Underestimating external factors in one's own behavior

• Ignoring situational factors in group dynamics

• Assuming all behaviors are learned

What did Asch's Conformity Experiment demonstrate?

• The power of social influence

• The importance of obedience

• The effects of group size

• The role of authority in decision-making

What was the main finding of Milgram's Experiment?

• People obey authority even against their morals

• Group size affects conformity

• Stereotypes can be positive

• Altruism is a learned behavior

What is the Bystander Effect?

• Less likelihood to help when others are present

• Increased likelihood to help in groups

• A form of implicit bias

• A type of prosocial behavior

What is Group Polarization?

• Shift toward more extreme positions in groups

• The tendency to conform to group norms

• A type of groupthink

• The process of decision-making in groups

What are symptoms of Groupthink?

• Illusion of invulnerability and self-censorship

• Increased group cohesion and participation

• Diverse viewpoints and open discussion

• Strict adherence to rules and norms

What does the term 'ingroup bias' refer to?

• Favoring members of one's own group

• Discrimination against outgroup members

• Neutrality towards all social groups

• Preference for diverse perspectives

What is the concept of social facilitation?

• Improved performance in the presence of others

• Decreased motivation in group settings

• Increased anxiety during public speaking

• Enhanced creativity in collaborative tasks