Observational Learning and Modeling (7C) Practice Test

A study examines whether children imitate a model more when the model is perceived as warm and nurturing. Children watch one adult model speak kindly while demonstrating how to calmly put toys away, while another adult model speaks harshly while demonstrating the same steps. Later, children are asked to clean up. The researchers focus on modeling effectiveness rather than the specific content of speech. Which outcome is most consistent with observational learning principles?

A hospital introduces a new protocol for donning protective equipment. Nurses watch a short video in which a senior nurse demonstrates the sequence (gown, mask, goggles, gloves). In one unit, the senior nurse is described as highly competent and respected; in another, the same video is shown but the model is described as a temporary worker with no experience. Later, nurses are assessed on adherence to the demonstrated sequence. The study targets the modeling principle that observers are more likely to imitate models who are perceived as high status/credible. Which outcome is most expected?