According to Dewey (1933), ______ is defined as “active, persistent, and careful consideration of any belief or supposed form of knowledge in the light of the grounds that support it and the further conclusions to which it tends.”

a. critical thinking
b. deliberative thinking
c. active thinking
d. universal thinking


a. critical thinking

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a. The camera moves back and forth from police officer to suspect, whichever one is talking. b. The camera focuses simultaneously on both the police officer and the suspect. c. The camera focuses on the police officer. d. The camera focuses on the suspect.

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Many studies have found that social support is especially important as a buffer against depression when people are exposed to stress. Recent research by Kasen, Wickramaratne, Garneroff, & Weissmam (2012) showed that what specific kind of social support is particularly beneficial?

a. psychological support, such as help with problem solving b. emotional support, such as having a "shoulder to cry on" c. religious participation and neighborhood cohesion d. workplace participation and leadership style

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Under normal circumstances, the only energy source for the brain is glucose.

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

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Which of the following is NOT a typical nutritional deficiency in adolescents?

A) Calcium B) Carbohydrates C) Iron D) Vitamin A

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