According to Table 12.1 in the text, which research method is most likely to meet (at least moderately well) all three goals of generalizability to people, generalizability to situations, and precision?
A) laboratory experiment
B) population survey
C) correlational study
D) quasi-experiment
D
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a. Increased release of estrogens b. Increased secretion of stress hormones c. Increased response of the parasympathetic nervous system d. No measurable response
Which of the following is TRUE regarding bullying?
a. Bullies are more likely to be diagnosed with conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and ADHD. b. Cyberbullying has more negative effects on its victims than in-person bullying. c. Most children report incidents of bullying. d. Bullies and victims are always the same age.
Which statement about gross-motor development in middle childhood is accurate?
A) Compared with preschoolers, school-age children are physically less pliable and elastic.
B) Preschoolers can propel themselves farther off the ground when running than school-age children.
C) During middle childhood, the capacity to react only to relevant information decreases.
D) Compared with preschoolers, school-age children are more agile and have better balance.
__________ is when children develop a better grasp of what the physical world is really like—of what is and is not possible
a) Early childhood b) Middle childhood c) Adolescence d) Emerging adulthood