The Stanford Prison study described in the book is a good example of _____
a. an ethical study
b. a pilot study
c. how participants' responses cannot always be anticipated
d. the use of animals as confederates in research
C
The Stanford Prison study had to be halted early because the "prisoners" experienced so much stress. This had not been foreseen by the investigators.
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A. anorexia nervosa; bulimia nervosa B. anorexia nervosa; binge eating disorder C. binge eating disorder; bulimia nervosa D. bulimia nervosa; anorexia nervosa
In what way do the humanistic theories of personality differ from almost every other theory?
A. The humanistic theories believe that people are basically good. B. The humanistic theories believe that people are basically bad. C. The humanistic theories believe that people are governed by their unconscious mind. D. People are motivated to get as much pleasure as they possibly can.
Confirmatory testing of positive drug screens is important because the screening methods that are used are wrong _____ of the time
a. 10 - 20 % b. 25 - 35 % c. 40 - 50 % d. 65 - 75 %
If you want to reduce sibling arguments between your children, how should you respond when they argue with each other?
a. Ignore them so that they don't get reinforced with attention for arguing b. Jump right in and solve the issue for them so it doesn't escalate c. Monitor their activity and respond warmly to all the siblings when arguments break out d. Jump in and protect the younger sibling, but not the older sibing