Which of the following best describes the two aims of positive psychology?

a. examine their maladaptive behaviors
b. test their mental abilities
c. build their emotional intelligence
d. To uncover people’s strengths and promote their positive functioning.


Ans: D

Psychology

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A major problem with genetic explanations of racial differences in IQ is that ________

a. although intelligence differs between groups, it does not differ within groups. b. heritability estimates used in supporting genetic explanations of group differences are based mainly on white samples. c. the studies typically use black and white children from highly similar socioeconomic groups. d. the explanations are based on linkage studies.

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Despite its dangers, a young man continues to take cocaine because of the feeling of euphoria it produces for him. This powerful arousal of his nervous system is probably due to cocaine's ability to:

a. inhibit enzymes that break down neurotransmitters. b. increase the release of neurotransmitters. c. block the receptor sites for neurotransmitters. d. prevent neurotransmitters from being reabsorbed into the synaptic vesicles.

Psychology

Baby Kataro frequently experiences joint attention. This means that he will probably __________

A) have a short attention span B) be a late talker C) produce meaningful words earlier D) comprehend less language

Psychology

These two sections of the research report are sometimes combined

a. introduction and method c. results and discussion b. method and results d. discussion and references

Psychology