A specialized type of X-ray was used to show the area where a tumor was located within a patient's brain. This type of X-ray is known as
a. computed tomographic scanning.
b. electroencephalography.
c. positron emission tomography.
d. functional magnetic resonance imaging.
A
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Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of parapsychology research studies?
a. inconsistent results b. a replication of the most spectacular findings c. the "decline effect" d. a run of luck
Research studies reveal that differences in the number of males and females found in particular types of occupations are related to all of the following except _____
a. gender stereotypes about working with people versus objects b. differential expectations among women and men about how well they will do in STEM-related careers c. females’ concerns about balancing work with family life d. differences in the desire of females and males for high-status jobs
When the intuitive error of the representativeness heuristic is used in making decisions, this means that
a. the underlying odds of an event occurring are emphasized. b. incorrect syllogisms are used. c. the problem was incorrectly framed. d. one selects wrong answers because they seem to match pre-existing mental categories.
Yolanda wants to quit smoking, so she goes cold turkey. Which of the following sentences best describes Yolanda's action?
A. She opts for alcoholic drinks instead of smoking cigarettes. B. She stops smoking right away. C. She thinks about getting professional help to kick the habit. D. She slowly reduces the number of cigarettes smoked per day.