A self-fulfilling prophecy is

a prediction that affects the outcome of one’s own or another’s behavior.

Research described in your text about mediated communication suggests that

all of the above are supported by research.

The term “self-concept” refers to

the total of an individual’s own beliefs about his/her physical characteristics, intelligence, aptitudes, and social skills.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a self-fulfilling prophecy?

All of the above qualify as examples of self-fulfilling prophecies.

“Reference groups” are

groups against which a person compares him/herself.

According to your text, “ego-boosters and busters” are

people or messages that influence the self-concept positively or negatively.

According to your text, telling ourselves we “can’t” change our self-concept could

create a self-fulfilling prophecy

If you want to change your self-concept, you should

have realistic expectations and perceptions.

People who have high self-esteem

expect to be accepted by others.

People who have low self-esteem

expect to be rejected by others.

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Chap 3

Question	Answer
A person whose opinion we especially value.	significant other
A self-fulfilling prophecy is	a prediction that affects the outcome of one’s own or another’s behavior.
An example of a presenting self is	all of the above
Popular TV shows featuring makeovers suggest to us that our appearance must be improved, which can lead us to feel worse about ourselves. This idea best relates to	social comparison.
Research described in your text about mediated communication suggests that	all of the above are supported by research.
The ability to manage identities in different settings and cultures is a feature of	communication competence.
The kind of person you believe yourself to be is called the	perceived self.
The process whereby the self-concept develops due to the way we believe others see us is called	feedback.
The relatively stable set of perceptions you hold of yourself is called your	self-concept.
The term “self-concept” refers to	the total of an individual’s own beliefs about his/her physical characteristics, intelligence, aptitudes, and social skills.
Which of the following is NOT an example of a self-fulfilling prophecy?	All of the above qualify as examples of self-fulfilling prophecies.
“Reference groups” are	groups against which a person compares him/herself.
According to your text, “ego-boosters and busters” are	people or messages that influence the self-concept positively or negatively.
According to your text, telling ourselves we “can’t” change our self-concept could	create a self-fulfilling prophecy
If you want to change your self-concept, you should	have realistic expectations and perceptions.
People who have high self-esteem	expect to be accepted by others.
People who have low self-esteem	expect to be rejected by others.
The “face” you show to others.	presenting self
The tendency to seek and attend to information that conforms to an existing self-concept has been labeled	reflected appraisal.
What term is used to describe the choices people make to reveal or conceal information about themselves?	privacy management

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