In addition to describing and explaining mental processes and behavior, psychology also attempts to ________ these phenomena
a) predict and control
b) analyze and manipulate
c) categorize and organize
d) synthesize and regulate
ANS: A, These are two of the four goals of psychology.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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A. counseling B. experimental C. developmental D. health