When researchers conduct a factor analysis procedure to see whether the factors they proposed in a test really exist in the test?

a. Exploratory factor analysis
b. Confirmatory factor analysis
c. Discriminant factor analysis
d. Construct factor analysis


b. Confirmatory factor analysis

Psychology

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A Spanish study (Miranda &Presentacion, 2000) found that it was possible to teach children with ADHD to "stop and think" before giving in to aggressive impulses. This type of program or treatment is known as

a. psychoanalysis. b. immersion therapy. c. cognitive behavioral therapy. d. genetic counseling.

Psychology

When 80-year-old Marques is asked about his life, he is able to vividly recall his high school graduation party that occurred 60 years ago. Where was this information stored just before it was recalled by Marques?

a. Sensory memory b. Working memory c. Short-term memory d. Long-term memory

Psychology

________________ refers to a couple having similar values and interests and is a good predictor of marital satisfaction

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Psychology

Which of the following is the best evidence that individuals form mental representations of outcomes?

a. Monkeys will reject lettuce after being reinforced with bananas. b. Rats were able to learn to press different levers depending on what behavior they had just completed. c. After extended training, subjects will respond even for foods that have been paired with illness. d. It is very difficult to teach pigeons to peck a key to avoid shock.

Psychology