Question

Researchers have manipulated how powerful participants felt during an experiment. Consistent with the approach/inhibition theory of power, study results suggested that high-power participants were?

a. more likely to use individuating information.

b. more likely to show empathy.

c. less likely to take others’ perspectives.

d. more likely to stereotype others.

Answer 1

Answer: I believe the answer would be be more likely to show empathy. Hope this helps!!!! :-)

Answer 2

I think the right answer is B. more likely to show empathy. According to the Approach / Inhibition Theory of Power, power can transform psychological states, between the reactions of individuals, may be the approach or inhibition. Sometimes, the increase in power triggers positive consequences, such as empathy.

I hope the answer can help you.