More energy is required to heat ___________ to a given temperature than any other common material, liquid or solid, and it also retains this heat longer

a. Lead
b. Iron
c. Water
d. Wood


Correct answer: a

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In an ex post facto study, a researcher investigated the effect of academic self-concept on school achievement. He concluded that a more positive self-concept leads to higher achievement in school. Label the following plausible alternative hypotheses as common cause, reverse causality, or other independent variables may be operating. Teachers are impressed by students with positive self-concept

and tend to overrate their achievement. a. common cause b. reverse causality c. other independent variables may be operating

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Nature-deficit disorder, as described by Louv (2005), is a root cause of

a. cold, flu, and sore throats. b. attention difficulties. c. lower scores on standardized tests. d. divorce.

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Of the following, which is the best description of the state of typical kindergartners' cognitive development?

a. Their thinking is limited to the motor processing of information. b. Their thinking is dominated by their perception of concrete objects. c. Their thinking is logical if they are presented with concrete experiences. d. Their thinking is logical if they are able to work together in pairs or small groups.

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Which of the following statements is true about inclusion?

a. All children benefit from opportunities to learn about acceptance and to appreciate diversity. b. Children with disabilities benefit more from inclusion that their typically developing children. c. Typically developing children benefit more than those with disabilities. d. Teachers report limited satisfaction with teaching in inclusion classrooms.

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