Research using a pacifier with a pressure-sensitive switch demonstrated that infants

a. stop sucking when they hear a novel sound.
b. suck more slowly as habituation occurs.
c. can distinguish between angry and pleasant voices.
d. cannot yet distinguish speech sounds.
e. learn language faster the earlier they are weaned from their pacifiers.


b. suck more slowly as habituation occurs.

Psychology

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a. core emotions b. basic emotions c. custom emotions d. display rules

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Even though Jacob, a 10-year-old, is a competitive swimmer, he still needs adult supervision when he swims. In particular, he may

A) lack the cognitive maturity to make sound judgments about how safe it is to swim. B) be embarrassed to call for help when he needs it. C) use swimming as a way to avoid doing homework. D) prefer swimming in safe and shallow water.

Psychology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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