The idea that actions are motivated primarily by a desire to experience pleasure and avoid pain is called ________.

What will be an ideal response?


the pleasure-pain principle

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A process by which members of subordinate groups are blamed for the problems and frustrations experienced by members of the dominant group is an example of:

a. scapegoating c. ethnic bias b. stereotyping d. cultural diversity

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Personal income is

A) the sum of all incomes received by households. B) the sum of all incomes received by households on welfare. C) the income households have after paying federal taxes. D) the sum of all incomes earned by sole proprietorships and partnerships.

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Federal legislation was passed in response to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, which includes expanded tools for law enforcement?

a. Antiterrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act. b. USA Patriot Act. c. Electronic Communications Privacy Act. d. Economic Espionage Act.

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Murder, rape, and robbery defendants are less likely to plead guilty than those charged with less serious offenses.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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