Observations that people may actually process and manipulate information rather than simply store it for brief periods of time challenged the conceptualization of

a. the phonological similarity effect.
b. short-term memory.
c. the persistence of vision.
d. the physiological approach to coding.


b

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Regarding studies conducted on mixed-race groups, which of the following statements is FALSE?

a. Equal-status contact is an important means for reducing prejudice and stereotyping. b. Equal-status contact has been used successfully in lab settings but has not been effective in real-life work and school settings. c. Equal-status contact can be beneficial in promoting friendly behavior and respect toward the disliked group. d. Benefits are most likely to occur when personal contact is both cooperative and on an equal footing.

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The dramatic rise in obesity since the 1980s seems to have been caused by __________.

A. genetic mutations B. an as-yet-unknown combination of genes C. a trend for people to eat more calories per day and to be less physically active D. a trend toward people getting less and less sleep

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The first step in Latané and Darley’s process of deciding to help is to ____

a. ?correctly interpret the situation b. ?know how to respond c. ?feel responsible for doing something d. ?notice something is wrong

Psychology

Even mild stress is problematic and disruptive to our lives

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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