Professor Maddox collects data showing a correlation between grades and happiness. He concludes that being happy helps students to get better grades
Which of the following illustrates the "directionality problem" in Professor Maddox's conclusion?
a) Students in love may be happier and get better grades.
b) Good grades may produce happiness.
c) Students with poor grades may drop out of school.
d) Female (or male) students may get better grades.
b
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
At age 60, Tyrod experienced a stroke. Before the stroke, he generally behaved in a cautious manner, avoiding activities that could be dangerous. After the stroke, however, he wants to go sky diving and to drive a racecar. Given these behavior changes, what area of Tyrod's brain was likely affected by his stroke?
A. Insula B. Cingulate cortex C. Basal ganglia D. Frontal lobe
A child does well in some school subjects. However, the only way that he can read is slowly, one word at a time. He must direct his gaze with his index finger. Even with great effort, he makes many errors and has poor comprehension. This is a description of:
A) aphasia. B) dyslexia. C) echolalia. D) word blindness.
Juan and Gina lived together for almost 15 years and had three children together before Gina and the children moved out a year ago. Juan _________
A) ?likely experienced less emotional distress over the breakup than he would have if he and Gina had been married. B) ?can expect to continue to experience severe feelings of grief for another year at least. C) ?may benefit from professional assistance if he has not yet developed a sense of acceptance. D) ?most likely did not experience difficulty parenting during the breakup.