The development of which of the following allows people to

understand that other people may lie, be sarcastic, make jokes, or use figures of speech?
a. animism
b. theory of mind
c. conservation
d. egocentric thought


ANSWER: b

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a. Detoxification frequently produces all the symptoms of drug withdrawal and can be extremely painful. b. Alcoholic Anonymous, Cocaine Anonymous, and Narcotics Anonymous all use a similar spiritual "12-step" program. c. After detoxification, the second step is usually individual behavior therapy using aversion techniques. d. There is a strong tendency for abusive drinkers to deny they have a problem.

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The current shift in the U.S. public's attitude towards marijuana laws is probably partly related to which of the following?

A. Increasing evidence that marijuana is relatively innocuous. B. Increased use of marijuana among young people. C. A desire to spend federal funds more wisely and gain tax revenue. D. A and C.

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Across several studies examining obedience, when a dissenter is present, _____ of participants obey an order with which they do not agree (e.g., Gamson, Fireman, & Rytina, 1982)

a. 1% b. 5% c. 10% d. 40%

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Is face validity alone sufficient to demonstrate that a measure is valid? Explain.

What will be an ideal response?

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