Problemset Chapter 3 Exam

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Question 1 How we perceive ourselves is our

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self-esteem. Incorrect
self-image Incorrect
self-concept. Correct
self-efficacy. Incorrect

Question 2 Our self-concept is based primarily on

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our thoughts and inner feelings. Correct
our interactions with others. Incorrect
our family history and environment. Incorrect
our social, political, and religious beliefs. Incorrect

Question 3 The theory of symbolic interactionism says that our view of self is
shaped by
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those with whom we communicate. Correct
our social institutions. Incorrect
our nations and cultures. Incorrect
our media. Incorrect
Question 4 In their classic study of the Pygmalion Effect, psychologists Rosenthal
and Jacobson found that self-concept is influenced by
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the casual comments of strangers. Incorrect
our own discipline, willpower, and inner Incorrect
strenth.
our observations of the world around us. Incorrect
the expectations of significant others. Correct

Question 5 LaShonda's coach says "nice job" after she participates in a track meet,
but she quickly looks to see who finished ahead of her. She also notices
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the Pygmalion Effect Incorrect
goal-setting Incorrect
social comparison Correct
self-criticism Incorrect

Question 6 Unhealthy self-concepts can result in

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defense of our viewpoints. Incorrect
accurate perceptions of our strengths and Incorrect
weaknesses.
 exaggeration of our accomplishments. Correct
expectation of positive feedback from others Incorrect

Question 7 Characteristics we believe we possess are referred to as

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inner critic. Incorrect
self-disclosure. Incorrect
self-image. Correct
self-fulfilling prophesies. Incorrect

Question 8 What we perceive to be worthwhile and/or valuable is our

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self-image. Incorrect
self-esteem. Correct
self-efficacy. Incorrect
self-worth. Incorrect

Question 9 How are self-image and self-esteem different?

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Self-image is descriptive; self-esteem is Incorrect
destructive
Self-image is evaluative; self-esteem is Incorrect
descriptive
There is no difference between the two terms Incorrect
 Self-image is descriptive; self-esteem is Correct
evaluative

Question 10 According to psychologist Martin Seligman, what is the difference

between talents and strengths?
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Talents are learned; strengths are inherent. Incorrect
Talents are outward displays of character; Incorrect
strengths are inward beliefs and values.
Talents are based on skills; strengths are based Incorrect
on beliefs.
Talents are innate and automatic; strengths are Correct
chosen and practiced.

Question 11 Our willingness to share information about ourselves is reffered to as

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self-disclosure. Correct
self-identity. Incorrect
self-description. Incorrect
self-comparison. Incorrect

Question 12 A model that illustrates self-disclosure, self-awareness, and how we

relate to others is
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the Pygmalion effect. Incorrect
the Luft model. Incorrect
 the Johari Window. Correct
the Ingram model. Incorrect

Question 13 Kendra is unaware that she constantly twirls strands of her hair, but her
friends see her do it. Which area of the Johari Window model would
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the open quadrant Incorrect
the blind quadrant Correct
the hidden quadrant Incorrect
the unknown quadrant Incorrect

Question 14 Jamal has always loved bluegrass music and classical opera, but his
soccer teammates are unaware of these preferences. Which area of the
Type: Johari Window model would contain this information?
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the open quadrant Incorrect
the blind quadrant Incorrect
the hidden quadrant Correct
the unknown quadrant Incorrect

Question 15 ________ or "face-saving communication" is designed to prevent loss

of face and restore face if lost.
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Facework Correct
Impression management Incorrect
 Disconfirming Incorrect
Self-presentation Incorrect

Question 16 Being independent and self-sufficient is highly valued in

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social contexts. Incorrect
individualist cultures. Correct
co-cultures. Incorrect
collectivist cultures. Incorrect

Question 17 Identity is based on group membership, such as the family or the work
organization, in
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social contexts. Incorrect
individualist cultures. Incorrect
co-cultures. Incorrect
collectivist cultures. Correct

Question 18 Your perceived self-efficacy can be defined as

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your perception that you exist. Incorrect
the belief in your ability to manage prospective Correct
situations.
your perception that you are in a relationship. Incorrect
 your perception of your relationship with your Incorrect
coworkers.

Question 19 What is the impact of self-fulfilling prophecies?

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They reinforce our self-perceptions and self- Correct
expectations.
They enable us to read the future. Incorrect
They enable us to impress others. Incorrect
They reinforce others' impressions of us. Incorrect

Question 20 Which of the following is true about your inner critic?

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The inner critic has very little influence. Incorrect
The inner critic is always right. Incorrect
Very few people have an inner critic. Incorrect
The inner critic tends to focus on what isn't Correct
finished and ignore what we've accomplished.

Question 21 To reduce the physical and psychological discomfort when someone

communicates a face-threatening act, most people respond with
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a defensive reaction. Correct
facework. Incorrect
 denial. Incorrect
their inner critic. Incorrect

Question 22 Maria has been known to use sarcasm when she is faced with criticism.
In doing so, she is demonstrating
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defensive reactions. Correct
nondefensive reactions. Incorrect
self-fulfilling prophecies. Incorrect
self-efficacy Incorrect

Question 23 When we suggest that the communication is of little importance, we are

engaging in
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avoidance. Incorrect
excuses Correct
aggression Incorrect
denial. Incorrect

Question 24 Validating a critic's thoughts and feelings and communicating respect,

even if we disagree with the criticism directed toward us, is
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avoidance. Incorrect
a nondefensive reaction. Correct
a defensive reaction. Incorrect
 inappropriate. Incorrect

Question 25 Which of the following is NOT a way to respond in a nondefensive

manner?
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ask open-ended questions Incorrect
agree with the truth Incorrect
guess about specifics Incorrect
use sarcasm Correct