In Walter Mischel's classic 'Marshmallow Test' experiment, the ability to delay gratification was associated with which of the following in adulthood?
A. Lower levels of confidence
B. Higher levels of stress
C. Less career success
D. Higher educational attainment
Answer: D
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A. drinking when thirsty B. studying hard for a subject you dislike C. buying clothes for work in a cold environment D. eating when full
The third stage of the sexual response cycle, which involves an intense sensation during the peak of sexual arousal and results in a release of sexual tension, is referred to as ____
a. orgasm c. excitement b. plateau d. resolution
The process of neurogenesis occurs when:
a. neurons convert themselves to stem cells. b. neurons divide to create two new neurons. c. immature stem cells give birth to new neurons. d. neurons convert themselves to glial cells.
Which one of these is evidence that humans may be instinctively drawn to attractive faces?
A. When given a choice, children most frequently choose to stay with the more attractive parent after a divorce. B. Babies as young as two months old choose to look longer at images of attractive faces. C. Small children often begin to cry when shown images of unattractive faces. D. Both heterosexual and homosexual men indicate that physical attractiveness is the most important factor in choosing a mate.