In experimental research, one variable is systematically changed. This variable is known as the ________
A) confound
B) dependent variable
C) independent variable
D) experimental group
E) control variable
Answer: C
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The power and authority to choose one of two or more alternative behaviors is known as:
A. discretion. B. coercion. C. value analysis. D. duty.
The sexual double standard refers to one standard for ________ and another for ________
A) adults; children B) males; females C) married people; unmarried people D) all of the above
Why is a scientific approach preferable to reliance on folk wisdom and common sense?
a. Common sense approaches focus on the situation and not on personality. b. Nothing useful can be learned from journalists, philosophers, or social critics. c. Science has tested and debunked most folk wisdom. d. Folk wisdom and common sense are filled with contradictions.
In the NHSLS study, which statement accurately reflects data about adolescents' motives for first intercourse?
A) About 75% of the male adolescents cited being "in love" as the primary reason for first intercourse. B) About 75% of the female adolescents stated they "went along with intercourse" because their partner pressured them. C) About 25% of both male and female adolescents said their first intercourse experience was spurred by curiosity. D) About 50% of the females and 25% of the males said their first intercourse experience occurred because of their feelings for their partner.