psy100(2) Q1. Systematic problem solving involves a. generating alternative cour

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Q1. Systematic problem solving involves
   a. generating alternative courses of action.
   b. listing only plausible resolutions.
   c. focusing on guaranteed solutions.
   d. focusing on emotional outcomes.

Q2. The reinforcement of successively closer approximations of a desired response is known as
   a. shaping.
   b. extinction.
   c. continuous reinforcement.
   d. negative reinforcement.

Q3. Experimental research indicates that aggressive behavior
   a. is basically uncontrollable.
   b. does not reliably lead to catharsis.
   c. is often adaptive in interpersonal relationships.
   d. is an instinctual approach for dealing with frustration.

Q4. Time management experts agree that the key to better time management is increased
   a. enjoyment.
   b. effectiveness.
   c. self-discipline.
   d. efficiency.

Q5. If you look for the good in what is happening in a stressful situation, you are using which of the following coping strategies?
   a. denial
   b. planning
   c. restraint coping
   d. positive reinterpretation

Q6. Seeking social support is considered a(n) ____-focused strategy of constructive coping.
   a. appraisal
   b. emotion
   c. problem
   d. cognition

Q7. Researchers have argued that ____ is a desirable quality in applying coping strategies across various situations.
   a. consistency
   b. flexibility
   c. aggression
   d. indulgence

Q8. A system providing for symbolic reinforcers is called a(n)
   a. extinction system.
   b. token economy.
   c. feedback loop.
   d. contingency alternative.

Q9. A mismatching of self-perceptions is termed
   a. ideal self.
   b. self-discrepancy.
   c. self-complexity.
   d. self-awareness.

Q10. The best way for parents, teachers, and coaches to instill high self-efficacy in children is to
   a. set low, attainable goals to increase the probability of frequent success.
   b. set high, attainable goals and encourage children to persevere until they succeed and learn from their mistakes.
   c. set high, unattainable goals that teach children to persevere even when they cannot succeed.
   d. set high, unattainable goals that teach children how to accept defeat.

Q11. Presenting yourself in a way that you think will cause others to respect you is most consistent with which of the following self-presentation strategies?
   a. ingratiation
   b. self-promotion
   c. intimidation
   d. exemplification

Q12. The largest gender differences in self-esteem have been found for
   a. 10-12 year olds.
   b. 15-18 year olds.
   c. 20-25 year olds.
   d. 25-29 year olds.

Q13. Advertisers of personal care products are tapping into the ____ motive.
   a. self-enhancement
   b. self-improvement
   c. self-assessment
   d. self-verification

Q14. As actual-ideal discrepancies outnumber actual-ideal congruencies, cheerfulness decreases and
   a. sadness increases.
   b. sadness decreases.
   c. anxiety increases.
   d. anxiety decreases.

Q15. People engage in counterproductive strategies because
   a. they are intent on self-defeat.
   b. they believe they will eventually be successful.
   c. they are masochistic.
   d. they are experiencing only minimal emotional arousal.

Q16. Advertisers of personal care products are tapping into the ____ motive.
   a. self-enhancement
   b. self-improvement
   c. self-assessment
   d. self-verification

Q17. An example of applying intergroup contact as a means for reducing prejudice is the
   a. 'jigsaw classroom'.
   b. 'network classroom'.
   c. 'superordinate worksite'.
   d. 'connection worksite'.

Q18. Defensive attributions help people maintain a belief in a(n)
   a. 'just world'.
   b. 'imperfect society'.
   c. distorted sense of cultural identity.
   d. synchronized society.

Q19. A one-sided argument is most likely to be effective when the audience is
   a. mostly college students.
   b. just returning from lunch.
   c. uneducated about the issue.
   d. very curious about the message.

Q20. The attribution process refers to the inferences we make about the
   a. causes of behavior.
   b. consequences of behavior.
   c. nature of our self-concept.
   d. likelihood of failure on a given task.

Q21. Mike served in the Army for four years and now is especially prone to follow direct orders from authority figures. Mike shows a high degree of
   a. dependency.
   b. obedience.
   c. conformity.
   d. prejudice.

Q22. Threats to personal and social identity motivate individuals to restore
   a. social order.
   b. self-esteem.
   c. 'old-fashioned' discrimination.
   d. cooperation.

Q23. The advertising phrase, 'Get them while they last!' makes use of which of the following compliance tactics?
   a. consistency
   b. scarcity
   c. reciprocity
   d. both consistency and scarcity

Q24. The local animal shelter sends you cute return address labels with cuddly kittens on them. They are hoping that you will send a donation based on the effects of
   a. compliance.
   b. the lowball technique.
   c. the reciprocity norm.
   d. the foot in the door technique.

Q25. Explaining the behavior of outgroup members on the basis of the characteristic that sets them apart is known as the
   a. fundamental attribution error.
   b. self-fulfilling prophecy.
   c. outgroup homogeneity effect.
   d. outgroup heterogeneity effect.

Explanation / Answer

Kindly find below answers of the Objective questions number wise.

1. a 2.a 3 d 4.c 5 c 6 b 7 b 8.b 9 b 10 b 11 b 12 d 13 b 14 a 15 a 16 b 17 c 18 d 19 c 20 a 21 b 22 b 23 d 24 b 25 a

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