In a study involving puzzle solving, boys performed ________ when the puzzles were labeled "for boys." In the same study, girls performed ________ when the puzzles were labeled "for girls."

A. better; better
B. better; worse
C. worse; better
D. worse; worse


Answer: B

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What will be an ideal response?

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a. ?cognitive map b. ?formal concept c. ?schema d. ?script

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In dream research, sleepers are sometimes awakened when __________ indicates they are probably dreaming

A. a physiological measure B. respiration rate C. the time of night D. none of the above

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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