Chapter 03: Communication and Identity
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Both b and c above qualify as examples of self-fulfilling prophecies.
All of the above qualify as examples of self-fulfilling prophecies.
45. The term “self–concept” refers to
the sum of one’s physiological, social, and psychological attributes as perceived by an impartial observer.
the way an individual believes others perceive her/him.
the total of an individual’s own beliefs about his/her physical characteristics, intelligence, aptitudes, and social
skills.
the sum of one’s psychological, social, and physical attributes as perceived by a significant other.
46. A self-fulfilling prophecy is
an accurate prediction about another’s behavior, based on background knowledge.
a prediction about one’s own behavior, based on past experience.
a prediction that affects the outcome of one’s own or another’s behavior.
a mistaken prediction which fails to occur.
47. All of the following are examples of social comparison except
being judged for a test based on other student’s grades.
thinking over how you have added muscle mass in the last four months.
deciding to go on a diet after looking at models in a magazine.
judging your fitness level in contrast to others in the gym.
all of the above are examples of social comparison.