Believers in the information-processing model of memory are likely to agree that __________.
A. the brain has nothing in common with a computer
B. studying computers can give you useful insights into human information processing
C. auditory information is retained in the sensory register for up to 2 seconds
D. information flows from one memory system to the next
Answer: B
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A. foot-in-the-door technique B. cognitive dissonance method C. arousal-cost-reward technique D. social comparison method
Which of the following statements most accurately describes the adjustment process in the early years of marriage?
a. Usually, it is the number of demands rather than any single one that makes the adjustment process so difficult. b. The greatest source of tension in the early years of marriage is a result of the testing of the psychological commitment of each of the partners by the other. c. As a result of the blissful nature of the courtship process and good preparation in anticipating problems, adults find that the early years of marriage are relatively stress free. d. Young adults are not able to respond very well to problems because they are less aware of problems in marriage than middle-aged or older married adults.
If you are Lea's therapist and she makes threats about wanting to hurt others, you ONLY have a duty to warn potential victims if Lea's threats are ___________. a. Specific threats against specific people. b. Sexual in nature. c. In the immediate future
d. Involve children.
Which personality theory emphasizes that one's actions are always a product of both prior learning and the situation in which we find ourselves?
a. behavioral theory b. humanistic theory c. psychodynamic theory d. trait theory