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:

The correct answer is Option 2: Attitudes may not always predict actual pattern of one’s behaviour

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.