In order to learn whether the people in his state opposed or supported increased speed limits, Representative Simpson randomly surveyed 1,000 of the state's residents. In this instance, the 1,000 people whom Representative Simpson surveyed would be considered to be:
a. a population
b. the dependent variable
c. a representative sample
d. the independent variable
C
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Deinstitutionalization refers to the __________.
A. process of closing large asylums B. medicalization of patients C. treatment of those on parole and probation D. decriminalization of patients
Tracy was an "easy" child who was nice to others and was able to manage her emotions as a child. Based on what you know about agreeableness and conscientiousness, Tracy likely __________
a. dropped out of high school b. began using drugs c. graduated from college d. was arrested
Which of the following is a device for recording heart rate, blood pressure, respiration,
and galvanic skin response and is commonly called a "lie detector"? a. biofeedback method b. polygraph c. infrared face scan d. fMRI
Alana and Amber are identical twins in their 60s. Alana looks much older than Amber; what is likely to be true?
A. Alana has an inherited disease that has aged her faster than Amber. B. Alana has more genetic predisposition for aging than Amber. C. Alana has a more sedentary lifestyle than Amber. D. Alana has avoided UV exposure more than Amber.