Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Attitudes and Social Cognition

Question:

What did the study conducted by Richard LaPiere reveal about the relationship between attitudes and behavior?

Options:

Attitudes always predict behavior accurately.

Attitudes may not always predict actual pattern of one’s behaviour

Behavior can influence attitude

Attitude can influence behaviour

Correct Answer:

Attitudes may not always predict actual pattern of one’s behaviour

Explanation:

An example illustrating the inconsistency between attitudes and behavior is Richard LaPiere's study on prejudice against the Chinese in the United States. Despite hotels exhibiting positive behavior by accommodating a Chinese couple during their travels, subsequent surveys revealed a negative attitude towards accommodating Chinese guests. This discrepancy demonstrates that attitudes may not always accurately predict behavior.