When we assess probability by judging the ease with which relevant examples come to mind, we are using the heuristic of ______.

a. representativeness
b. availability
c. framing
d. hindsight


b. availability

Psychology

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Which statement best describes the biological system?

a. All the environmental influences on an individual's health b. All the processes through which a person becomes integrated into society c. All the processes necessary for the physiological functions of an organism d. All the mental processes central to making sense of experiences

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In the experimental method, the variable measured is called the dependent variable

a. True b. False

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The most common disorder comorbid with anxiety disorders is

a) borderline personality disorder. b) obsessive compulsive disorder. c) avoidant personality disorder. d) major depression.

Psychology

Which of the following statements is true of the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale?

A) It groups test questions into subtests that measure different motor skills. B) It suggests children's strengths and weaknesses as well as provides overall measures of cognitive functioning. C) It yields a score called the intelligence quotient and can be used with children from the age of two up to adults. D) It is a culture-free intelligence test and can be used for anyone irrespective of their cultural background.

Psychology