An investigator gives a puzzle to 6th-, 8th-, and 10th-grade students and measures their feelings of pride when they solve it. This is a(n) _____ study
A) cross-sectional
B) observational
C) experimental
D) longitudinal
Answer: A
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I have informational power in a group. Therefore:
a. The members appreciate it when I praise or compliment them. b. I can sanction, in a negative way, members of this group. c. I am a recognized leader in the group. d. Members know I have strong skills and abilities. e. Members seek me out when they need facts and data.
Several different factors may contribute to a child being more likely to behave in an altruistic manner. What is NOT one of these factors?
a. The child feeling happy or successful b. The child feeling competent to act in a helpful manner c. The child feeling responsible for the person in need d. The child recognizing that the high cost of altruism
In the United States, what is the average amount of money that parents will spend on a child from birth until the child reaches age 18?
a) $55,000 b) $105,000 c) $155,000 d) $235,000
Karen is an adolescent researcher who studies the roles of self-concept, gender, and identity in adolescent growth. Karen most likely uses which perspective to conduct her research?
a. The biological perspective b. The cognitive perspective c. The psychosexual perspective d. The social relationship perspective