Social psychology studies individuals in a social context and how which kind of variable shapes behaviour?
ASituational variables
BGenetic variables
CNutritional variables
DGeological variables
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Situational variables
1. The discipline is defined by the setting it studies behaviour in.
2. Social psychology studies individuals in a social context.
3. It examines how situational variables interact to influence behavior.
4. Genetics and nutrition belong to other branches of psychology and biology.
_Source: OpenStax Psychology 2e (CC BY 4.0), Ch 12 'Social Psychology', sections 12.1-12.5_
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