The type of learning that involves a sudden coming together of the elements of a situation so that the solution to a problem is instantly clear is __________

a) cognitive mapping
b) vicarious learning
c) latent learning
d) insight


ANS: D

Psychology

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Most people prefer an action that definitely saves 200 lives instead of one with a one-third chance of saving 600 lives. What would probably change their preference?

a. Give people longer to decide. b. Ask people to discuss the question with friends before they decide. c. Phrase the question in terms of avoiding the loss of lives. d. Repeat the question a week or two later.

Psychology

Dr. Garza says to a client with anxiety disorders, "It is your unrealistic beliefs and perfectionistic values that cause you to be so anxious, not the events of your life." Dr. Garza probably supports the assumptions of __________ therapy.

A. humanistic B. psychodynamic C. rational emotive behavior D. systematic desensitization

Psychology

Which of the following is the most likely reason for low mental health utilization rates for Asian Americans?

a) Feelings of shame and loss of face b) Financial costs c) Mistrust toward formal mental health services d) Lack of availability of mental health services in the community

Psychology

As a permissive parent, Mr. Twister is most likely to tell his temper tantrum-throwing son,

a. "One more word, and you are going to get a whipping.". b. "We need to talk about these outbursts.". c. "That's right, you go ahead and let out any of those bad feelings and don't worry if you break something in the process.". d. "While I know you are upset and maybe you are right, we do have rules of conduct and outbursts like this will not be tolerated.".

Psychology