Interactions and Dynamics in Unfamiliar Situations Quiz

Explore dynamics like bystander effect, conformity, and groupthink. Test your understanding of social psychology with 11 insightful questions.

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Which term refers to the tendency to prioritize information that confirms preexisting beliefs or hypotheses?

Confirmation bias

Cognitive dissonance

Social loafing

Pluralistic ignorance

What is a primary factor contributing to the bystander effect?

Diffusion of responsibility

Increased empathy

Enhanced sense of urgency

Heightened individual accountability

Which psychological concept refers to the tendency to attribute one's own thoughts and feelings to others?

Empathy

Projection

Stereotyping

Confirmation bias

Which factor is most likely to influence conformity in unfamiliar social situations?

High self-esteem

Cultural diversity

Group size

Intellectual independence

What term describes the phenomenon where people tend to overestimate the extent to which others share their beliefs, behaviors, and attitudes?

False consensus effect

Social loafing

Pluralistic ignorance

Reciprocity norm

In unfamiliar social situations, what does the concept of 'social facilitation' suggest?

People perform worse when observed by others

Performance on simple tasks improves when in the presence of others

People conform less in the presence of a group

People are more likely to engage in groupthink

In the context of unfamiliar situations, what is a common effect of cognitive dissonance?

Increased certainty in one's beliefs

Seeking information that confirms existing beliefs

Reduced discomfort by altering beliefs

Embracing ambiguity and uncertainty

What is a potential drawback of groupthink in unfamiliar situations?

Enhanced creativity

Improved decision-making

Increased diversity of perspectives

Suppression of dissenting opinions

What does the 'halo effect' suggest about our perceptions in unfamiliar situations?

People tend to make snap judgments based on limited information

Negative traits overshadow positive traits in social evaluations

One's overall positive impression influences judgments of specific traits

People are less likely to conform to social norms

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Which factor is often associated with the phenomenon of deindividuation?

Increased self-awareness

Enhanced sense of personal responsibility

Anonymity within a group

Strong individual identity

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In unfamiliar situations, what does the 'mere exposure effect' suggest about our attitudes?

Repeated exposure to stimuli increases liking

Exposure to new experiences decreases liking

Initial exposure creates strong negative attitudes

Familiarity leads to increased anxiety