Because of the representativeness heuristic, we are likely to erroneously assume that which of the following sequences of coin flips is more probable?
a. heads–heads–heads–heads–heads
b. heads–tails–heads–tails–tails
c. heads–heads–tails–tails–tails
d. tails–tails–tails–tails–heads
b. heads–tails–heads–tails–tails
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Regarding the intellectual development of infants, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. During the first months of life, babies are able to learn from what they see, make predictions, and search for explanations. b. Babies as young as eight weeks can imitate actions a day after seeing them. c. Three- to eight-week-old babies seem to understand that a person's voice and body should be connected. d. Although infants have not yet developed crystallized intelligence, they do have a remarkable capability for rapid learning, or fluid intelligence.
Which of the following types of studies is least effective in ruling out environmental effects in the development of traits?
a. strain studies c. twin studies b. selection studies d. family studies
When should children begin riding in front seats that have air bags?
A) after age 2 B) after age 5 C) after age 8 D) never
Harry Harlow's landmark studies on attachment with rhesus monkeys revealed which of the following?
A. Infant monkeys developed strong bonds with "mothers" who provided contact comfort. B. Infant monkeys developed the strongest bond with "mothers" that provided food. C. Infant monkeys displayed different attachment patterns than those seen in humans. D. When scared, infant monkeys sought safety by running to the "mother" that provided food.