Multiple Choice
In the context of stress research, which term refers to measurable aspects such as the rate, duration, and latency of a behavior?
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13. Stress and Health
Introduction to Stress
Multiple Choice
In the context of stress and social psychology, what is the term for a punishment or the threat of punishment used to enforce conformity?
A
Cognitive dissonance
B
Negative sanction
C
Positive reinforcement
D
Intrinsic motivation
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Understand the context: The question is about social psychology and how certain mechanisms are used to enforce conformity within a group or society.
Identify key terms: 'Punishment' or 'threat of punishment' suggests a consequence that discourages certain behaviors, which is different from rewards or internal motivations.
Recall definitions: A 'negative sanction' is a punishment or threat used to discourage undesirable behavior and enforce conformity, whereas 'positive reinforcement' involves rewards, and 'intrinsic motivation' refers to internal drives.
Eliminate incorrect options: 'Cognitive dissonance' relates to psychological discomfort from holding conflicting beliefs, not punishment; 'positive reinforcement' is about rewards, not punishment; 'intrinsic motivation' is internal, not external enforcement.
Conclude that the term describing punishment or threat of punishment to enforce conformity is 'negative sanction'.
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