S02 Introduction to Psychology II

Directions: Be sure to save an electronic copy of your answer before submitting it to Ashworth College for grading. Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English, spelling, and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be double‐spaced; refer to the “Format Requirementsʺ page for specific format requirements.

Part A

Objective: List strategies for enhancing learning.

Bruce is furious when his midterm is returned with a C grade. He tells his sociology professor that he had read each of the assigned chapters three times, and if someone can do that and just be average, then there’s something wrong with the test! The professor is outraged by Bruce’s comments and the begin to have a heated conversation and both parties make degrading statements to each other

• Based on your understanding of critical thinking and memory, describe one (1) flaw in Bruce’s reasoning.
• Describe two (2) possible explanations for Bruce’s average performance.
• Describe a conflict resolution approach Bruce should use to successful resolve this situation.

Part B

Objective: Discuss the facial expressions related to emotions.

• Describe subconscious processes, nonconscious processes, and mindlessness.
• Provide one (1) personal example of a behavior for each process.