__________ people have better immune system functioning and recover more quickly from heart attacks and surgery

a. Optimistic
b. Pessimistic
c. Short
d. Tall


Answer: A: Optimistic

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Given the research on schizophrenia involving the offspring of twins, all of the following are accurate statements EXCEPT that

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A psychologist is about to give a presentation outlining some of the newest findings concerning job satisfaction. Which of these is likely to be included in this presentation?

a) It may have a genetic basis. b) It can be explained by looking at pay rate. c) Its main influence is perceived fairness of evaluation. d) Job satisfaction can be reduced to one variable--freedom on the job.

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the brain and the spinal cord to communicate with the sensory systems of the eyes, ears, skin, and mouth, and allows the brain and spinal cord to control the muscles and glands of the body, is called the ________. a) peripheral nervous system b) central nervous system c) endocrine system d) secondary nervous system

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