Social Cognition and Power

Description: This quiz assesses your understanding of social cognition and power dynamics, including the effects of power on perception, behavior, and decision-making.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is NOT a type of power?

  1. Legitimate power

  2. Reward power

  3. Coercive power

  4. Expert power


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Expert power is not a type of power because it is based on knowledge and expertise, rather than on authority or control.

According to the social identity theory, people tend to:

  1. Favor their own group over other groups

  2. Discriminate against members of other groups

  3. Seek out information that confirms their beliefs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The social identity theory suggests that people tend to favor their own group over other groups, discriminate against members of other groups, and seek out information that confirms their beliefs.

Which of the following is NOT a cognitive bias that can be influenced by power?

  1. Confirmation bias

  2. Hindsight bias

  3. Framing bias

  4. Availability bias


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Hindsight bias is not a cognitive bias that can be influenced by power. It is a tendency to believe that an event was more predictable than it actually was, after the event has already occurred.

Which of the following is an example of a power pose?

  1. Standing with your arms crossed

  2. Slouching in a chair

  3. Leaning forward with your hands on your hips

  4. Sitting with your legs crossed


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A power pose is a body posture that is associated with power and dominance. Leaning forward with your hands on your hips is an example of a power pose.

According to the agentic shift hypothesis, people in positions of power are more likely to:

  1. Take risks

  2. Behave ethically

  3. Consider the consequences of their actions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The agentic shift hypothesis suggests that people in positions of power are more likely to take risks, as they feel a sense of control and responsibility.

Which of the following is NOT a way to increase your power in a social situation?

  1. Using assertive body language

  2. Speaking loudly and clearly

  3. Making eye contact

  4. Smiling


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Smiling is not a way to increase your power in a social situation. In fact, it can sometimes be seen as a sign of weakness or submission.

Which of the following is NOT a type of social power?

  1. Legitimate power

  2. Reward power

  3. Coercive power

  4. Informational power


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Informational power is not a type of social power. It is the ability to influence others through the possession of knowledge or information.

Which of the following is an example of a social norm?

  1. Saying 'please' and 'thank you'

  2. Standing in line

  3. Dressing appropriately for a job interview

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social norms are unwritten rules that govern behavior in a society. Saying 'please' and 'thank you', standing in line, and dressing appropriately for a job interview are all examples of social norms.

Which of the following is NOT a way to reduce the negative effects of power on decision-making?

  1. Seeking out diverse opinions

  2. Considering the long-term consequences of decisions

  3. Avoiding groupthink

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Seeking out diverse opinions, considering the long-term consequences of decisions, and avoiding groupthink are all ways to reduce the negative effects of power on decision-making.

Which of the following is an example of a self-fulfilling prophecy?

  1. A student who believes they will fail a test actually fails the test

  2. A job applicant who believes they will get the job actually gets the job

  3. A team that believes they will win a game actually wins the game

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A self-fulfilling prophecy is a belief that leads to its own fulfillment. All of the examples provided are examples of self-fulfilling prophecies.

Which of the following is NOT a type of cognitive bias?

  1. Confirmation bias

  2. Hindsight bias

  3. Framing bias

  4. Availability bias


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Hindsight bias is not a type of cognitive bias. It is a tendency to believe that an event was more predictable than it actually was, after the event has already occurred.

Which of the following is an example of a power pose?

  1. Standing with your arms crossed

  2. Slouching in a chair

  3. Leaning forward with your hands on your hips

  4. Sitting with your legs crossed


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A power pose is a body posture that is associated with power and dominance. Leaning forward with your hands on your hips is an example of a power pose.

According to the agentic shift hypothesis, people in positions of power are more likely to:

  1. Take risks

  2. Behave ethically

  3. Consider the consequences of their actions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The agentic shift hypothesis suggests that people in positions of power are more likely to take risks, as they feel a sense of control and responsibility.

Which of the following is NOT a way to increase your power in a social situation?

  1. Using assertive body language

  2. Speaking loudly and clearly

  3. Making eye contact

  4. Smiling


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Smiling is not a way to increase your power in a social situation. In fact, it can sometimes be seen as a sign of weakness or submission.

Which of the following is NOT a type of social power?

  1. Legitimate power

  2. Reward power

  3. Coercive power

  4. Informational power


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Informational power is not a type of social power. It is the ability to influence others through the possession of knowledge or information.

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