Exploring Attribution Theory and Social Influence

Dr. Swoop reviews social psychology, focusing on attitude change, cognitive dissonance, and key studies on conformity and obedience. The session includes a homework review and prepares students for upcoming AP exams. Key researchers and concepts are discussed, emphasizing the importance of understanding social behavior and psychological principles.

What does social psychology often compare to, in terms of self-reflection?

• Listening to music

• Looking in a mirror

• Reading a book

• Watching a movie

Which trait measures how detail-oriented a person is according to the Big Five personality traits?

• Agreeableness

• Extraversion

• Conscientiousness

• Openness

What does 'reciprocal determination' suggest about behavior and environment?

• They do not affect personality

• They are unrelated

• They influence each other

• They are independent variables

According to Leon Festinger, what psychological discomfort arises from conflicting thoughts and behaviors?

• Reciprocal determination

• Observer bias

• Cognitive dissonance

• Inferiority complex

What experiment demonstrated the power of social conformity?

• Asch's conformity experiment

• The Hawthorne effect

• The Stanford prison experiment

• Milgram's obedience experiment

What percentage of participants in Milgram's experiment administered the maximum shock level?

• 25%

• 45%

• 65%

• 85%

Who was the psychologist behind the Stanford Prison Experiment?

• Philip Zimbardo

• Stanley Milgram

• Solomon Asch

• B.F. Skinner

Which concept describes the reduction in individual responsibility felt by people in a group?

• Social loafing

• Diffusion of responsibility

• Deindividuation

• Group polarization

What is the main effect observed in the bystander effect?

• Increased individual action

• Decreased likelihood of helping

• Enhanced memory recall

• Improved problem-solving skills

What does group polarization lead to within a group?

• Decreased conflict

• Reduced group size

• Uniform opinions

• Increased diversity of opinions