In the article you read by Henrich and colleagues (“Most People are Not WEIRD”), the authors are concerned with the particular characteristics of samples typically used in psychological research. Their main concern is most related to which of the following concepts?
Read DetailsWhen Zana was scolding herself for losing her favorite necklace and reciting all the things that she could have done to prevent the loss, her grandmother said, “Now, Zana. Don’t cry over spilled milk.” In essence, Zana’s grandmother was advising her to___________.
Read DetailsA researcher examines the relationship between exposure to filmed violence and aggressive behavior by letting participants decide whether they would prefer a violent film or a nonviolent film. After participants watch the films they prefer, he records the number of aggressive behaviors they show in a competitive game. The researcher cannot legitimately make a causal statement about the effects of viewing violence on later aggression because his study___________.
Read DetailsTucker insists that unattractive women treat him worse than do attractive women. You suggest that Tucker is being unfair. “Tucker,” you say, “Maybe that’s because you’re only nice to people whom you find pretty.” In the likely event that you are correct, what psychological phenomenon does Tucker’s experience exemplify?
Read DetailsSuppose you get coffee every day from the same barista at the coffee shop near your apartment. People are usually nice to you, but the barista is always a little rude to you. You also notice that the barista is also rude to other customers. According to Kelley’s covariation theory of attribution, to what do you attribute the barista’s rudeness to you?
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