The need for cognitive efficiency is very important, but
sometimes it can lead people to poor decision-making. For example, when considering whether or not to buy the latest "miracle diet" program, one should balance cognitive efficiency with
A) the principle of Occam's Razor.
B) the fact that correlation does not equal causation.
C) the fact that extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence.
D) the premise of replicability.
Answer: C
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
In order to increase the amount of exercise that she gets, Andrea writes a behavioral contract with a fitness trainer. The trainer is always around when Andrea exercises, and measures whether Andrea meets her exercise level each week. Which method of measuring the target behavior is being used?
a. direct observation b. direct verification c. primary assessment d. permanent product
Neurons that are at rest are still electrically charged
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
A contextual approach to gender typing emphasizes all of these EXCEPT:
A. Culture B. Social learning C. Media D. Gender schema