Changes in a child’s height as he or she ages is an example of __________ change
a) qualitative
b) critical period
c) continuous
d) discontinuous
Answer: c
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_____ are often used as context variables to ensure that samples in different cultures actually harbor the cultural characteristics thought to differentiate them
a) Structure-oriented factors b) Ecological- or cultural-level measures of culture c) Individual-level measures of culture d) Contextual factors
Martin and Matthew are identical twins. Matthew has obsessive-compulsive disorder, but Martin does not. In a biological research study, who would be the proband?
a. Martin b. Matthew c. Martin and Matthew's mother d. Martin and Matthew's older sister
Which of the following conclusions is the most logical to draw from the fact that mice and songbirds have versions of the FOXP2 gene that is very similar to the form found in humans?
A) Mice and songbirds can use language to communicate. B) The FOXP2 gene did not develop specifically as a result of language development during human evolution. C) The FOXP2 gene is not involved in language. D) The FOXP2 gene is solely responsible for the ability of humans to communicate.
Imitating the behavior of one individual is called _____________, whereas changing your behavior to fit in with a group is called_____________
A) mimicry; conformity B) conformity; mimicry C) obedience; conformity D) conformity; obedience