Exam 3: The Core Elements of Social Cognition

A researcher is interested in determining how people go through a particular decision-making process differently when they are motivated for nonspecific (versus specific) closure. In order to test her idea, the researcher should examine how people engage in the decision-making process under which set of conditions?

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Orit has knowledge of what her birthday party tonight is going to be like. She expects to receive presents, to see her friends, and to eat good food. What is the term for Orit's knowledge of the events that will happen at her birthday party?

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What are some of the cultural sources of our schemas? What are some of the ways in which bias infiltrates the translation of cultural ideas into schemas? What are some of the potential negative outcomes of these processes?

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Some of the cultural sources of our schemas include our family upbringing, societal norms, media representation, and educational systems. These sources shape our beliefs, values, and attitudes, which in turn influence the development of our schemas.

Bias can infiltrate the translation of cultural ideas into schemas in several ways. For example, stereotypes and prejudices can lead to the misinterpretation or misrepresentation of cultural ideas, leading to biased schemas. Additionally, the lack of exposure to diverse cultural perspectives can result in narrow and limited schemas that do not accurately reflect the complexity of different cultures.

The potential negative outcomes of these processes include the perpetuation of stereotypes and prejudices, the reinforcement of cultural biases, and the promotion of discriminatory attitudes and behaviors. Biased schemas can also lead to misunderstandings and conflicts between individuals from different cultural backgrounds, hindering effective communication and collaboration. Furthermore, biased schemas can contribute to systemic inequalities and injustices within society, as they influence decision-making processes and perpetuate unequal treatment based on cultural differences. Overall, the infiltration of bias in the translation of cultural ideas into schemas can have detrimental effects on individuals and society as a whole.

What does current research suggest about the relationship between unconscious processes and decision making?

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Discuss the relationship between mood and social cognition. What are the primary research findings concerning this relationship? Provide an example of a situation in which a person's mood would influence his or her social judgment, and describe exactly how this would happen.

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What are two of the three motives behind cognition posited by lay epistemology theory? What is an example of a situation in which each of these motives is most likely to drive cognition?

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Discuss some of the research findings on the effect of priming the concept "elderly." What do more recent findings in this area from Cesario and colleagues tell us about the way that cognitive primes work?

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A researcher is trying to see if priming people with the idea of attractiveness can elicit a contrast effect. In order to test this idea, how might they best operationalize attractiveness?

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The ease with which people can bring an idea into consciousness is referred to as _____.

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Give one example each of research showing the effects of priming on social perception and on behavior.

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Which of the following biases is NOT a major bias in mainstream media reporting that has been demonstrated by research?

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Hildegarde is about to meet a man named Frank for a blind date. She has been told by the friend who set up the date that Frank is an introvert. Based on research on the role of schemas in information gathering, which question is Hildegarde MOST likely to ask Frank during the date?

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Although she almost never thinks about her grandmother, whenever Galina sees a fresh-baked muffin, she thinks about her grandmother's house. For Galina, muffins and her grandmother's house are:

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Briefly discuss at least one way in which the experiential system is involved in judgments and decisions, and one way in which it is involved in attitudes.

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_ are mental links between concepts that one has experienced close together in space and time, while _ are mental links between concepts that share a meaning or which are part of the same category.

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Discuss two ways in which research suggests moods influence our social judgments.

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Question 16

At a cognitive level, metaphors allow people to make sense of _ using their knowledge of _.

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Toshiro has just met a friend of a friend named Shino. Shino is a lawyer. Because of Toshiro's past experience with lawyers, he immediately assumes that Shino must be very intelligent and a hard worker. In this example, lawyer is a _ and Toshiro's assumptions about Shino are part of a _.

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Which of the following factors is NOT emphasized in lay epistemology theory research as playing a role in the type of cognitive closure that people will seek?

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Faisal has been reading a newspaper article in which the words "polite," "courteous", and "manners" appear. He then, for the first time, meets the brother of his current relationship partner. Faisal's impression of the brother is that he is very well-behaved. This is an example of a(n):

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Orit has knowledge of what her birthday party tonight is going to be like. She expects to receive presents, to see her friends, and to eat good food. What is the term for Orit's knowledge of the events that will happen at her birthday party?

What are some of the cultural sources of our schemas? What are some of the ways in which bias infiltrates the translation of cultural ideas into schemas? What are some of the potential negative outcomes of these processes?

What does current research suggest about the relationship between unconscious processes and decision making?

Discuss the relationship between mood and social cognition. What are the primary research findings concerning this relationship? Provide an example of a situation in which a person's mood would influence his or her social judgment, and describe exactly how this would happen.

What are two of the three motives behind cognition posited by lay epistemology theory? What is an example of a situation in which each of these motives is most likely to drive cognition?

Discuss some of the research findings on the effect of priming the concept "elderly." What do more recent findings in this area from Cesario and colleagues tell us about the way that cognitive primes work?

A researcher is trying to see if priming people with the idea of attractiveness can elicit a contrast effect. In order to test this idea, how might they best operationalize attractiveness?

The ease with which people can bring an idea into consciousness is referred to as _____.

Give one example each of research showing the effects of priming on social perception and on behavior.

Which of the following biases is NOT a major bias in mainstream media reporting that has been demonstrated by research?

Hildegarde is about to meet a man named Frank for a blind date. She has been told by the friend who set up the date that Frank is an introvert. Based on research on the role of schemas in information gathering, which question is Hildegarde MOST likely to ask Frank during the date?

Although she almost never thinks about her grandmother, whenever Galina sees a fresh-baked muffin, she thinks about her grandmother's house. For Galina, muffins and her grandmother's house are:

Briefly discuss at least one way in which the experiential system is involved in judgments and decisions, and one way in which it is involved in attitudes.

_ are mental links between concepts that one has experienced close together in space and time, while _ are mental links between concepts that share a meaning or which are part of the same category.

Discuss two ways in which research suggests moods influence our social judgments.

At a cognitive level, metaphors allow people to make sense of _ using their knowledge of _.

Toshiro has just met a friend of a friend named Shino. Shino is a lawyer. Because of Toshiro's past experience with lawyers, he immediately assumes that Shino must be very intelligent and a hard worker. In this example, lawyer is a _ and Toshiro's assumptions about Shino are part of a _.

Which of the following factors is NOT emphasized in lay epistemology theory research as playing a role in the type of cognitive closure that people will seek?

Faisal has been reading a newspaper article in which the words "polite," "courteous", and "manners" appear. He then, for the first time, meets the brother of his current relationship partner. Faisal's impression of the brother is that he is very well-behaved. This is an example of a(n):

The Revealing Science of Social Psychology

Fundamentals of Social Behavior

Thinking About People and Events

The Nature, Origins, and Functions of the Self

The Key Self-Motives: Consistency, Esteem, Presentation, and Growth

Social Influence

Persuasion, Attitudes, and Behavior

Group Processes

Understanding Prejudice, Stereotyping, and Discrimination

Responding to and Reducing Prejudice

Interpersonal Aggression

Prosocial Behavior

Interpersonal Attraction

Close Relationships

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Exam 3: The Core Elements of Social Cognition

Orit has knowledge of what her birthday party tonight is going to be like. She expects to receive presents, to see her friends, and to eat good food. What is the term for Orit's knowledge of the events that will happen at her birthday party?

What are some of the cultural sources of our schemas? What are some of the ways in which bias infiltrates the translation of cultural ideas into schemas? What are some of the potential negative outcomes of these processes?

What does current research suggest about the relationship between unconscious processes and decision making?

Discuss the relationship between mood and social cognition. What are the primary research findings concerning this relationship? Provide an example of a situation in which a person's mood would influence his or her social judgment, and describe exactly how this would happen.

What are two of the three motives behind cognition posited by lay epistemology theory? What is an example of a situation in which each of these motives is most likely to drive cognition?

Discuss some of the research findings on the effect of priming the concept "elderly." What do more recent findings in this area from Cesario and colleagues tell us about the way that cognitive primes work?

A researcher is trying to see if priming people with the idea of attractiveness can elicit a contrast effect. In order to test this idea, how might they best operationalize attractiveness?

The ease with which people can bring an idea into consciousness is referred to as _____.

Give one example each of research showing the effects of priming on social perception and on behavior.

Which of the following biases is NOT a major bias in mainstream media reporting that has been demonstrated by research?

Hildegarde is about to meet a man named Frank for a blind date. She has been told by the friend who set up the date that Frank is an introvert. Based on research on the role of schemas in information gathering, which question is Hildegarde MOST likely to ask Frank during the date?

Although she almost never thinks about her grandmother, whenever Galina sees a fresh-baked muffin, she thinks about her grandmother's house. For Galina, muffins and her grandmother's house are:

Briefly discuss at least one way in which the experiential system is involved in judgments and decisions, and one way in which it is involved in attitudes.

_____ are mental links between concepts that one has experienced close together in space and time, while _____ are mental links between concepts that share a meaning or which are part of the same category.

Discuss two ways in which research suggests moods influence our social judgments.

At a cognitive level, metaphors allow people to make sense of _____ using their knowledge of _____.

Toshiro has just met a friend of a friend named Shino. Shino is a lawyer. Because of Toshiro's past experience with lawyers, he immediately assumes that Shino must be very intelligent and a hard worker. In this example, lawyer is a _____ and Toshiro's assumptions about Shino are part of a _____.

Which of the following factors is NOT emphasized in lay epistemology theory research as playing a role in the type of cognitive closure that people will seek?

Faisal has been reading a newspaper article in which the words "polite," "courteous", and "manners" appear. He then, for the first time, meets the brother of his current relationship partner. Faisal's impression of the brother is that he is very well-behaved. This is an example of a(n):

The Revealing Science of Social Psychology

Fundamentals of Social Behavior

Thinking About People and Events

The Nature, Origins, and Functions of the Self

The Key Self-Motives: Consistency, Esteem, Presentation, and Growth

Social Influence

Persuasion, Attitudes, and Behavior

Group Processes

Understanding Prejudice, Stereotyping, and Discrimination

Responding to and Reducing Prejudice

Interpersonal Aggression

Prosocial Behavior

Interpersonal Attraction

Close Relationships

Filters

_ are mental links between concepts that one has experienced close together in space and time, while _ are mental links between concepts that share a meaning or which are part of the same category.

At a cognitive level, metaphors allow people to make sense of _ using their knowledge of _.

Toshiro has just met a friend of a friend named Shino. Shino is a lawyer. Because of Toshiro's past experience with lawyers, he immediately assumes that Shino must be very intelligent and a hard worker. In this example, lawyer is a _ and Toshiro's assumptions about Shino are part of a _.