Which is the most accurate statement about psychologists' predictions of future dangerousness?
a.) They are right most of the time.
b.) They are wrong more often than right when they make long-term predictions.
c.) Short-term predictions are more accurate than long-term predictions.
d.) Both (b) and (c) are accurate statements.
Ans: d.) Both (b) and (c) are accurate statements.
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While in the Dean's office, Ari spoke quietly and sat in a dignified fashion. Ari then went to a soccer game where he jumped up and down and yelled encouragement to the players. This contrast in Ari's behaviors can best be explained by the concept of
a. multidimensionality. b. past originating conditions. c. reciprocal determinism. d. situation specificity.
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a. ?salient and severe enough to eliminate the undesirable behavior b. ?accompanied by the identification and reinforcement of alternative, acceptable behaviors c. ?administered with some explanation for the punishment d. ?delayed, allowing the child to reflect on her behavior prior to punishment
What type of phobia is characterized by anxiety about being in places or situations from which escape might be difficult?
a. obsessive-compulsive phobia c. agoraphobia b. social phobia d. specific phobia