In the context of conformity, Asch's experiments lacked ________ but did possess ________.

A. validity; reliability
B. reliability; validity
C. experimental realism; mundane realism
D. mundane realism; experimental realism


Answer: D

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A. determines whether a person will develop a genetic disorder or not B. indicates that a person has an increased likelihood for developing a particular genetic disorder C. accounts for a large portion of the susceptibility to a particular disorder D. eliminates the influence of the environment on the likelihood of developing a genetic disorder

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Why does the evidence for suppression of an unpleasant memory fail to support Freud's concept of repression of memories?

a. Suppression occurs in childhood, whereas repression occurs in adults. b. Freud thought that repression occurred equally for pleasant and unpleasant memories. c. Intentional suppression generally improves mental health. d. Suppression is permanent, whereas repression is temporary.

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According to an observational study by Gottman where previously unacquainted children were observed in a home setting three times, children who became friends _____________

a. tended to be those who excelled in academics b. tended to be better at exchanging relevant information c. were not as good at resolving conflict than children who didn’t become friends d. were from the same socioeconomic class

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According to Durkheim, "fatalistic" suicide stems from

a. allowing freedom of expression b. enforcing excessive regulations c. maintaining secrecy d. maintaining an open door policy e. none of these

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