When the environment is distracting, sometimes it becomes necessary to focus our attention to one stimulus and filter other less relevant stimuli. This is known as _________
a. sensory adaptation
b. noise
c. selective attention
d. information overload
c
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A. gene sequence B. mapping C. behavioral genetics D. human genome
Eartha has been experiencing mental confusion, hallucinations, and delusions. Her parents schedule an appointment with a therapist to find out if there is something she can take to reduce her symptoms. In this case, the doctor will MOST likely prescribe a(n) a. antianxiety drug
b. mood stabilizer. c. antipsychotic drug. d. antidepressant drug.
The use of test batteries was common by the time of the
a. Ling Dynasty. b. Han Dynasty. c. Tam Dynasty. d. Nam Dynasty.
According to Maslow's theory, people become involved with groups in order to:
a. satisfy the need to belong b. prevent self-handicapping behavior c. resolve feelings of cognitive dissonance d. experience group polarization and the risky shift