A child's primary goal is to satisfy desires associated with innate biological needs. This statement is characteristic of the theory of:
A. Sigmund Freud
B. Jean Piaget
C. Erik Erikson
D. Albert Bandura
Answer: A
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a. Psychology is empirical. b. Psychology is theoretically diverse. c. Our behavior is determined by multiple causes. d. Our behavior is shaped by our cultural heritage.
When do women typically experience a rapid loss of bone mass that can contribute to osteoporosis? a. in the first few years after menopause
b. in the two or three years that precede menopause. c. in the first few years after menarche. d. in the two or three years that precede menarche.
Skinner's research interest was in:
a. adult feelings. c. childhood experiences. b. behavioral responses to stimuli. d. identity crises in adolescents.
Which statement is the most descriptive shorthand term for the trade-off involved in "delay of gratification" research?
a. "Now versus tomorrow" b. "Nature versus culture" c. "Stop versus go" d. "Self versus society"