Performance Under Pressure Concepts

Performance Under Pressure Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

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11th Grade - University

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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Seon Bylock, a psychology professor, discusses the concept of choking, which is performing worse than expected under pressure. She explains the physical and mental reactions to stress, highlighting the role of the prefrontal cortex in performance. The discussion extends to everyday pressure situations and the impact of stereotypes on performance. Bylock emphasizes the importance of practice and preparation, using examples from sports and daily life. She concludes with the benefits of relaxation techniques like meditation to improve performance under stress.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary characteristic of choking under pressure?

Performing without any pressure

Performing at the same level as expected

Performing worse than expected

Performing better than expected

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is 'paralysis by analysis'?

A state of overthinking that hinders performance

A method to improve focus

A technique to enhance memory

A strategy to increase physical strength

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the prefrontal cortex affect performance under stress?

It improves memory retention

It can malfunction and hinder performance

It helps in multitasking

It enhances physical abilities

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the 'Obama effect' in the context of performance?

A decrease in performance due to political stress

A decrease in performance due to negative stereotypes

An increase in performance due to positive role models

A neutral effect on performance

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can stereotypes affect an individual's performance?

They always lead to better outcomes

They can create stress and lower performance

They can improve performance

They have no effect

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one strategy to reduce the likelihood of choking under pressure?

Ignoring stress completely

Focusing only on physical training

Practicing under mild stress

Avoiding practice

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does meditation help in improving performance under pressure?

By enhancing memory

By increasing physical strength

By changing brain wiring to focus on positives

By making one immune to stress

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