What was an important first step in coming to an understanding that human perception is not entirely consistent?
a. The development of the chronograph, a clock linked to a pen and paper recording device used in astronomical observations
b. The observation that a relatively large proportion of astronomers were actually color-blind
c. The development of the personal equation, a correction factor between two observers
d. The observation that the measurements of experienced astronomers often showed consistent discrepancies
D
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a. alertness, fight, and flight b. alarm, resistance, and exhaustion c. general arousal, adaptation, and homeostasis d. emergency response, general arousal, and specific arousal
Local environments, such as the availability of parks, sidewalks, and public transportation have a big impact on
a. cognitive functioning. b. job satisfaction. c. motivation. d. health behaviors.
According to recent research, wisdom at any age is rare though it is more likely found among the old than among the young. Identify one person you think is wise and describe his or her characteristics that demonstrate wisdom
The person may be someone known to you or not; living or not. How do the person's characteristics of wisdom compare to the characteristics outlined in the textbook? What will be an ideal response?
The human brain is considered mature during which developmental period?
A. early childhood B. adolescence C. late childhood D. early adulthood