When a state's legislature and courts have not addressed a death-related matter, legal disputes turn for guidance to
a. living wills
b. trust funds
c. common law
d. state statutes
e. federal laws
C
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A. correlational B. quasi-experiment C. one-shot case study D. posttest-only control group
Jerry uses rote learning to study the concept of reinforcement, while Erica uses elaborative processing. Which of the following statements is TRUE?
a. Jerry will understand the concept of reinforcement and will be more likely to directly retrieve the information he needs. b. Erica will understand the concept of reinforcement and will be more likely to directly retrieve the information she needs. c. Both will understand the concept and be able to readily retrieve the needed information. d. Neither will understand the concept nor will they be able to readily retrieve the needed information.
Which of the following most accurately describes sexuality in adults in their 60s through 80s?
A) Sexuality remains fairly constant throughout adulthood. B) Sexuality decreases in older adults, but this is generally not considered a problem during this phase of life. C) Sexuality decreases in older adults, which is a source of discontent for many older adults. D) Sexuality increases in later adulthood, primarily because children moving out and retirement allow for more intimacy.
Research shows that personality differences in the United States differ. Which states are seen as most friendly and conventional?
A) Western states: Oregon, California, Arizona, Nevada, etc B) Midwestern states: Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, etc. C) Eastern states: New York, Pennsylvania, New Hampshire, Delaware, etc. D) Southwestern states: New Mexico, Texas, Arizona, Colorado, etc.