If identifying the causes of thoughts, feelings, and behavior is a psychologist's goal, then the __________ method of research should be used
a) correlational
b) experimental
c) survey
d) naturalistic observation
ANS: B, Because this question implies a desire to determine cause and effect (explanation), it would require an experimental research design.
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Intelligence that represents the accumulation of information, skills, and strategies that people have learned through experience is called __________.
A. crystallized intelligence B. verbal intelligence C. fluid intelligence D. perceptual intelligence
A number that describes the strength of a relationship between events is called a(n) ____; it can range between ____.
A. mean coefficient; 0.00 and +1.00 B. average correlation; 0.00 and +10.00 C. average; .00 and +1.00 D. correlation coefficient; -1.00 and +1.00
In the United States, the poorest health conditions are found in those living in
a. inner-city neighborhoods. b. the South c. ethnic neighborhoods. d. nursing homes.
If a parent follows misbehavior with an unpleasant consequence, such as scolding or spanking, the parent is using
a. negative punishment. b. positive punishment. c. response cost. d. negative punishment.