Which of the following statements is true about psychopaths and psychopathy?
A) Psychopathy is sometimes called antisocial personality disorder or sociopathy.
B) Psychopaths are usually indifferent to the pain of others.
C) Psychopaths are much more likely than non-psychopaths to be motivated by personal gain.
D) all of the above
Answer: D
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a. Social stereotypes are always negative. b. Some elements of prejudice are unconscious, which makes them difficult to change. c. Stereotypes tend to simplify people into "us" and "them" categories. d. When a person is stereotyped, the easiest thing for her or him to do is to abide by others' expectations.
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a. obtain rewards or incentives important for survival b. are personally rewarding c. satisfy biological needs d. are instinctual fixed action patterns
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