What problem-solving strategies don't guarantee solutions but make efficient use of time?
a. heuristics
b. algorithms
c. mnemonic devices
d. cognitive shortcuts
e. availability biases
a. heuristics
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Which of the following is NOT the correct pairing between the neurotransmitter and its major functions?
a. Serotonin; processing of information, regulation of mood, behavior, and thought processes b. Norepinephrine; regulation of arousal, mood, behavior, and sleep c. Dopamine; learning and memory d. Acetylcholine; motor behavior, reward, attention
Which of the following statements about instincts is FALSE?
A) An instinct is a pattern of behavior that is assumed to be universal throughout a species. B) Instincts are learned behavioral responses. C) Instincts are generally set in motion by a "sign stimulus." D) Instincts may explain a great deal of nonhuman animal behavior.
What do sleep apnea and enuresis have in common?
a. ?They are both more common in males than females. b. ?They are both more common in adults than children. c. ?They are both caused by obesity. d. ?They both tend to be outgrown with time.
At least through the preschool years, the main source of socialization influences on the child is
a. the family. b. the school. c. the mass media, such as TV, radio, or video games. d. children's groups, such as the Boy Scouts or Campfire Girls.