Biological psychologists examine the relationships between specific biological factors and specific behaviors in order to __________
a) explain individual differences.
b) explain the functioning of the brain.
c) examine the effects of drugs on behavior.
d) examine the evolutionary basis for cultural differences.
a
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This section of a research report includes a review of previous research on the topic and clearly states the research hypotheses
a. method c. results b. abstract d. introduction
Sam is known to be the fastest worker in the mailroom. He has worked in the mailroom for only a short time, but prides himself on being competent and a quick learner
He often gets positive comments from coworkers and his boss, which helps to motivate him and has a positive effect as he continues to challenge himself at work. As a result of his efficient style, he is also given more freedom than other workers as his boss is impressed by his ability to sort and organize mail. Sam is likely to be __________ motivated as he continues to challenge and push himself to perform even better each day. a) intrinsically b) extrinsically c) superiorly d) withinsically
When trying to remember everything that she has to get at the store—peaches, strawberries, milk, and eggs—Ashley groups the fruits together in one category and the dairy in another category. Ashley is using which memory strategy?
A) rehearsal B) elaboration C) scripting D) organization
Knowing the experiment's purpose can alter participants' behavior. This is a major problem with
a. debriefing. b. informed consent. c. archival research. d. basic research.