In one early research study, kids of different ages were given a task and were given 30 minutes to complete that task
The research found that older kids were much better at monitoring their time and finishing within 30 minutes as compared to younger kids. This demonstrates the development of __________ during adolescence.
a) metacognition
b) metamemory
c) formal operations
d) conservation
b Explanation: This ability to attend to one's own surroundings and pay attention to time
restraints demonstrates metamemory.
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Recent research that has investigated the cross-cultural prevalence of eating disorders suggests that:
a. both anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are largely confined to Western cultures b. anorexia nervosa, but not bulimia nervosa, is largely confined to Western cultures c. bulimia nervosa, but not anorexia nervosa, is largely confined to Western cultures d. both anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are evident throughout the world, regardless of culture
Freud believed that preschool boys
are openly angry with their fathers. secretly want to replace their fathers. disrespect their mothers. believe their fathers are perfect.
About half of the variation in IQ test scores from one person to another is due to genetics
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Vigorous play that involves wrestling, kicking, tumbling, grappling, and chasing, often accompanied by laughing and screaming, is referred to as
A. cooperative play. B. sociodramatic play. C. rough-and-tumble play. D. parallel play.