The rise in human population before the year 1800 is attributed to __________ while significant increases since the 20th century are largely credited to ____________________
a) elimination of deadly diseases; agriculture and domestication of animals
b) climate stabilization; childhood vaccinations
c) agriculture and domestication of animals; elimination of deadly diseases
d) elimination of deadly diseases; mass food manufacturing
Answer: c
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to his specifications. What personality disorder would Arnie most likely be exhibiting? a. obsessive-compulsive c. schizotypy b. antisocial d. antagonism
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a. figure ground b. closure c. common fate d. similarity
Marge harbors negative feelings towards Alaskans. Marge's attitude is therefore
A. stereotypical. B. discriminatory. C. prejudicial. D. instinctual.
Drugs that speed up the functioning of the nervous system are called __________
a) stimulants. b) depressants. c) narcotics. d) psychogenics.