Executive function is related to the ability to do all of the following EXCEPT
a. maintain homeostasis in body and brain functions
b. plan ahead when implementing a strategy
c. sustain attention even to tedious tasks
d. inhibit prepotent responses
Ans: a
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break his legs). Research on the idea of catharsis suggests that a. hitting the punching bag will reduce Shawna's "hot-blooded" aggressive intent. b. the good feelings Shawna derives from hitting the punching bag will be replaced by feelings of guilt andshame, which will make her less likely to engage in aggression in the future. c. hitting the punching bag will be a more successful technique for Shawna's attempt to reduce future aggressionthan would distracting herself by going out and having fun with other friends. d. hitting the punching bag will make Shawna feel more aggressive toward her ex-boyfriend.
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a. ?sensorimotor b. preoperational? c. ?concrete operations d. ?formal operations
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