One day while playing golf, you catch your opponent cheating. Your subsequent belief that your opponent also probably cheats on his income tax is most consistent with which of the psychologist's research goals?
a. control
b. prediction
c. description
d. explanation
Answer: b. prediction
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a. the quality of the arguments becomes a more important determinant of persuasion. b. the credibility of the speaker becomes a more important determinant of persuasion. c. the attractiveness of the speaker becomes a more important determinant of persuasion. d. the likelihood of central route persuasion decreases.
The rods of the retina
a. number about 120 million in each eye and are found mainly in the periphery of the eye. b. are specialized for color sensations and detecting fine details. c. function best in bright light. d. are characterized by all of these.
The general effect of release of epinephrine and hydrocortisone into the blood stream is:
a. decreasing blood sugar, heart rate, and blood pressure b. increasing blood sugar, decreasing heart rate, and blood pressure c. increasing blood sugar, heart rate, and blood pressure d. decreasing blood sugar, increasing heart rate, and blood pressure
Identify a dimension of love described by Robert Sternberg
sense of humor personality intimacy dependence