Question 1

According to self-awareness theory, what typically happens when people become aware of a discrepancy between their current behavior and their internal standards?

Accepted Answer

They either change their behavior to match their standards or attempt to escape self-awareness if they feel unable to change.

Question 2

Based on Figure 5.2, how did the presence of a mirror affect American and Japanese university students’ self-evaluations?

Accepted Answer

The mirror increased actual-ideal discrepancy for Americans but had little effect on Japanese students.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the overjustification effect?

Accepted Answer

People underestimate the extent to which their behavior was caused by intrinsic reasons when extrinsic rewards are present.

Question 4

A student who believes they are a poor writer receives positive feedback from a friend. According to self-verification theory, how is the student likely to react?

Accepted Answer

They may feel unsettled and prefer feedback that matches their negative self-view.

Question 5

Which of the following is most likely to undermine intrinsic motivation, according to research on rewards?

Accepted Answer

Task-contingent rewards given regardless of performance.

Question 6

According to sociometer theory, what is the primary function of self-esteem?

Accepted Answer

To serve as a gauge of our social acceptance or rejection.

Question 7

Which of the following statements about self-concept clarity is supported by research?

Accepted Answer

People with low self-concept clarity are more prone to rumination and self-handicapping.

Question 8

In the context of social comparison theory, when are people most likely to compare themselves with others?

Accepted Answer

When they are uncertain about themselves and there is no objective standard.

Question 9

Based on Figure 5.3, how does exposure to a 'superstar' affect self-ratings when people focus on their 'best' self?

Accepted Answer

It decreases self-ratings compared to those not exposed to a superstar.

Question 10

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of the 'looking-glass self'?

Accepted Answer

A person’s self-concept is shaped by how they believe others perceive them.

Question 11

Which of the following is a key difference between independent and interdependent views of the self?

Accepted Answer

Independent self-views focus on internal traits, while interdependent self-views focus on social roles and relationships.

Question 12

Which strategy is most effective for improving self-control according to research?

Accepted Answer

Forming specific implementation intentions in advance.

Question 13

Which of the following is true about gender differences in self-concept?

Accepted Answer

Women are more likely to describe themselves in terms of close relationships, especially in individualist cultures.

Question 14

Which of the following best describes self-enhancement?

Accepted Answer

The tendency to hold unrealistically positive views of oneself.

Question 15

In which situation is downward social comparison most likely to boost self-esteem?

Accepted Answer

When the person is confident that the negative outcomes cannot happen to them.

Question 16

Which of the following is a likely consequence of low self-concept clarity?

Accepted Answer

Increased tendency to engage in self-handicapping.

Question 17

According to research, how do people from collectivist cultures typically respond to social comparison?

Accepted Answer

They are more likely to seek self-improvement through upward comparison.

Question 18

Which of the following is an example of performance-contingent reward?

Accepted Answer

A student receives an A only if they achieve a high score on an exam.

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the main finding from studies on the 'telling more than we can know' phenomenon?

Accepted Answer

People often rely on cultural causal theories, which can lead to incorrect judgments about their feelings and behaviors.

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