In cognitive studies of infants, the term "preference" refers to

a. liking one person more than another. c. lack of discrimination.
b. choosing one thing over another. d. perceptual bias.


D

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What can cause rats to show behaviors similar to drug addiction?

a. Alternating between a very cold room and brief access to a warm room b. Alternating between food deprivation and a very sweet diet c. Alternating between prolonged darkness and brief periods of bright light d. Alternating between prolonged inactivity and access to a sexual partner

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When Candace ordered a hot fudge sundae and a diet soda, she told herself that the calories from the ice cream really were not a big deal because the diet soda sort of balanced it all out. Which of Freud's defense mechanisms is motivating Candace?

a) repression b) rationalization c) sublimation d) projection

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In partner abuse studies spanning many countries in which people are asked directly, __________

A) rates of assault experienced by men and women are similar B) men are twice as likely as women to experience psychological abuse C) women are twice as likely as men to experience physical abuse D) partner abuse is much higher in other-sex than in same-sex relationships

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Oliver and Olivia go into therapy to resolve sexual problems in their marriage. Their therapist uses behavioral methods to change problem behaviors and expectancies, as well as sensate focus exercises to help them learn to pleasure each other in a relaxed, low-pressure atmosphere. This treatment approach is most like that of __________.

A. Kinsey B. Masters and Johnson C. Hunt D. Kaplan

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