According to social cognitive theory, approaching behavior change in small steps that enhance the person's self-confidence will facilitate the development of ____
a. expectations
b. observational learning
c. reinforcement
d. self-efficacy
d
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Seth took part in a clinical trial in which he was given a month's supply of medication to treat his headaches. At the end of the month, he reported to his doctor that the pills had reduced both the frequency and intensity of his pain. Unknown to Seth or to his doctor was the fact that Seth had been given pills with no active ingredient. The phenomenon of improved symptoms that Seth experienced is commonly known as the
A. bias toward improvement. B. placebo effect. C. study participant bias. D. experimental result.
Constipation is characterized by ____
A) ?painful or difficult and infrequent bowel movements B) ?reflux more than three times a month C) ?more than a day without a bowel movement D) ?soft or watery bowel movements
Alpha-linolenic acid is classified as what type of fatty acid?
A) a monounsaturated, omega-6 fatty acid. B) a monounsaturated, omega-3 fatty acid. C) a polyunsaturated, omega-6 fatty acid. D) a polyunsaturated, omega-3 fatty acid.
Why are starch-thickened sauces, gravies, and puddings cooked further after the mixture has thickened?