A researcher is asked to guide the formulation of public policy on obesity. She conducts research on prevalent eating disorders. In this scenario, the idea behind the research originates from
A. common sense.
B. theories.
C. practical problems.
D. past research.
Answer: C
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a. controversial children. b. neglected children. c. antisocial children. d. popular children.
When examining the data on sexual orientation of twins and other siblings, what seems to be the most reasonable conclusion? a. Genetic factors completely determine sexual orientation
b. Genetic factors play no role in sexual orientation. c. Sexual orientation is determined by genetics as well as other factors. d. Genetic factors determine sexual orientation in men, but do not seem to play a role for women.
Which of the following statements about social anxiety disorder is false?
A. Social anxiety disorder may include panic attacks B. Sufferers of social anxiety disorder cannot interact comfortably with anyone C. Social anxiety disorder involves fear about being the focus of attention D. Social anxiety disorder involves the avoidance of situations in which there is fear of behaving in an embarrassing way
The capacity of stress to ________ would predispose an organism to develop an infectious illness
a. inhibit the immune system b. induce high blood pressure c. inhibit growth d. inhibit the inflammatory response e. inhibit the secretion of steroid sex hormones