Low birth weight has been shown to be associated with an increased risk of

a. heart disease.
b. schizophrenia.
c. mental retardation.
d. delayed motor and mental development.


Answer: a. heart disease.

Psychology

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Anne reports that after a heated argument with her spouse, her left leg has become paralyzed, although there is no medical cause. A clinician in the late 1800s would have diagnosed Anne with:

A) projection. B) neurosis. C) hysteria. D) repression.

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The evoked potential method for studying sensation relies on the measurement of

a. conditioned responses. b. deferred imitation of what is seen. c. the infant's conscious but unspoken thoughts. d. brain waves from the sensory projection areas.

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Identify the case below in which the more basic need is listed before the "higher" need, according to Maslow's theory of motivation

a. esteem before safety b. attachment before biology c. self-actualization before affiliation d. affiliation before biology e. attachment before esteem

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The researchers exposed 500 judges to a hypothetical case involving illegal immigration, to demonstrate

A. the influence of political clout. B. the effect of emotions on judicial decisions. C. the effect of facts, evidence, and legal rules. D. None of these are correct.

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