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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Multiple Choice her teammates. What concept is she engaging?
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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