Larry's house has caught fire, and he is trapped inside. The neighbors called 911. Two firefighters and one of the neighbors (an accountant) entered the house in an attempt to save Larry. Another neighbor tore away the screening around Larry's porch so that his dog could run to safety. The neighbor who entered the burning house was frightened but had always valued the concept of heroism. Now faced with the opportunity, he chose to act heroically. In this example, heroism is an example of a(n) ________________.
A. imperfect duty
B. universal obligation
C. personal obligation
D. moral obligation
Answer: A
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a. CR; CS c. CS; CR b. US; CR d. CS; UR
What shape does the amygdala resemble? (hint: it gets its name because in Greek "amygdala" means this kind of nut!)
a. A peanut b. A walnut c. A pine nut d. An almond
John is looking for a wife. He wants a partner who has a similar background in matters like education and religious upbringing. Which of the following mate selection strategies is John using?
A) Trait sorting B) Heterogeneity C) Homogamy D) Exchange theory
In recent studies, what do some researchers argue is a more accurate means of gauging success in relationships and careers?
a. intellectual intelligence b. emotional intelligence c. heredity studies d. stress surveys