An ostrich is a prototype for the category "bird."

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


False

Psychology

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A sample of n = 8 scores has a mean of M = 20 . After one score is removed from the sample, the mean is calculated to be M = 23 . The removed score must have a value greater than 20

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology

Which strategy for resisting persuasion is exemplified by the statement, "I doubt that anyone could change my viewpoint"?

a. an assertion of confidence b. counter arguing c. attitude bolstering d. source derogation

Psychology

What statement describes the majority of rapes on college campuses? a. The victim knows the attacker and reports the attack to campus authorities

b. The victim does not know the attacker and reports it to a friend or family member. c. The victim knows the attacker and does not report the attack. d. The victim does not know the attacker and does not report the attack.

Psychology

You are about to undergo a painful medical procedure. Which of the following would increase your subjective feelings of pain?

a. unpleasant emotions, such as fear b. using distraction c. having some control over the pain stimulus d. being fully informed about the procedure

Psychology