During Monica's appearance on a popular quiz show, the host asked her to name the capital of Russia, and Monica immediately blanked. She was sure that she knew the answer, but she just couldn't recall it that moment. This illustrates:
A) proactive interference.
B) retroactive interference.
C) blocking.
D) absentmindedness.
C) blocking.
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a. is used only when stuttering occurs b. provides an alternative behavior to replace stuttering c. serves as a punisher for stuttering d. is functionally equivalent to stuttering
A variable that uses discrete numbers, usually 0 and 1, to represent different groups is called a(n) _______________ variable
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Why does being choosy about who you mate with increase fitness if you're
female? (a) You have many, many opportunities to have children over your lifetime. (b) It is more likely that you will choose a man who will not have a sexual affair with another woman. (c) Having a mate who is healthy and has plenty of resources to provide for your child maximizes the chances for survival of your offspring. (d) It doesn't; females increase fitness by mating as often as possible.
Cecile fluctuates between deep depression, during which she will withdraw from family and friends, not eat, and feel hopeless, followed by mania, during which she shops continuously and engages in risky sexual behavior. Which of the following drugs would be most beneficial to Cecile?
a. an antipsychotic b. a tranquilizer c. lithium carbonate d. an antidepressant