In an experiment, researchers exposed half of the participants to loud noise during a memory-encoding task. The room was quiet for the other half of the participants. Later, all participants were given a memory test and the number of correct items recalled was obtained for each participant. The participants who encoded information in the noisy room constitute the:
A) independent variable.
B) dependent variable.
C) experimental group.
D) control group.
C) experimental group.
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Which theory emphasizes how cognitive development proceeds as a result of social interactions between members of a culture?
A. interconnectedness B. sociocultural C. bioecological D. contextual
FAIR is a community organization that wields considerable influence over decisions made by local government. However, the leaders of this group make many decisions for the group without consulting the membership. FAIR is thus:
a. an empowering but not an empowered organization. b. an empowered but not an empowering organization c. an empowering and an empowered organization. d. neither empowering nor empowered.
Withdrawal from long-term use of sedative-hypnotic drugs is characterized by
A. aching, high blood pressure, drowsiness. B. anxiety, impaired concentration, insomnia, convulsions. C. rapid mood swings. D. minor discomfort, but no serious symptoms.
"Man, I cannot believe how smart David is! He is so much more intelligent than other kids his age, and he also seems to have a good head on his shoulders when it comes to making decisions. He is polite,
doesn't get into trouble, and seems to naturally make good decisions. It is hard to believe he is only 13 years old!" According to Bernice Neugarten, David's __________ age appears to be well ahead of his __________ age. a. social; chronological b. mental; social c. chronological; mental d. chronological; social