To help a child learn a language, parents may praise a child for making sounds that are close to words but are not complete words yet. In this example, parents are using __________ to teach language to a child.
A. shaping
B. punishment
C. social learning theory
D. observational learning
Answer: A
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a. Anorexia is common throughout the population. b. Anorexia is rare in the general population but common among certain segments. c. The prevalence of bulimia is declining, while the prevalence of anorexia is increasing. d. Bulimia is increasingly most rapidly among young males.
Cognitive functioning in infancy
a. is difficult to measure. b. is very stable and should be used to assess potential areas for concern. c. differs greatly depending upon the sex of the child. d. accurately predicts success in later life.
Which is a sample chosen such that individuals are chosen with a specific probability?
A. probability samples B. random samples C. quota-samples D. convenience samples
Positive feelings, such as pride, happiness, and superiority in one's individual accomplishments, would be emphasized most often in
a. Japan. b. Eastern cultures. c. North America. d. all of these.