Aaron proudly tells you that he is a "big, strong boy," but when you offer to put ribbons in his hair and let him wear a party dress, he becomes upset. He tells you he wants to stay a boy and that if he wears those things he will change into a little girl. Based on this information, Aaron is most likely:
a. less than 1 year old
b. approximately 2 or 3 years of age
c. about 5 or 6 years old
d. growing up in a family where there are no male role models
B
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Given the research on gender and helping, in which of the following situations would women be most likely to help more than men?
a. Calling an ambulance after witnessing a dog attack a group of young boys b. Helping a child who is trapped in an elevator c. Helping to plan a family vacation d. Giving spare change to a homeless person
Which statement best summarizes what researchers have found about the changes in frequencies of male and female dream characters at different age levels?
A. The adult pattern of frequencies of dream characters does not emerge until the teenage years. B. The pattern changes for males as they pass through the Oedipus complex. C. The frequencies of male and female characters completely reverse for both males and females as they age from childhood to adulthood. D. The pattern found in adult males and females is also found in samples of children of various ages.
A consequence that brings about an increase in the frequency of a behavior is a(n) _____; a consequence that decreases the frequency of a behavior is a(n) _____
a) punishment; successive approximation. b) positive reinforcement; shaping. c) modeling; successive approximation. d) reinforcement; punishment.
Finn and Emilia meet at a business conference and become good friends. Their friendship soon blossoms into love, and they get engaged. However, they gradually start drifting apart because of their hectic work schedules. They mutually decide to break their engagement but promise to continue their friendship. Which of following styles of love described by sociologist John Lee is exemplified in this scenario?
A. ludus B. eros C. storge D. mania