Changes in existing ways of thinking that occur in response to encounters with new stimuli is called assimilation
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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Although most people can recognize the expressions of happiness, sadness, fear, anger, disgust, and surprise, why is this result NOT convincing evidence that we have six "basic" emotions? a. The expressions vary slightly from one culture to another
b. People could recognize these expressions more accurately, if they were posed differently. c. People could recognize these expressions more accurately if posture were added. d. People can recognize other facial expressions.
The fact that the most common specific phobia in children is a fear of animals is believed to be due to ____
a. the high rates of exposure to animals in young childhood b. evolutionary processes c. parental overprotection when young children encounter animals d. the large size of the animals
Why are falls such a serious hazard for older adults?
A. because falls typically involve damage to the brain resulting in an acceleration of cognitive decline B. because the natural loss of bone and high prevalence of osteoporosis increase the risk of bone fractures, especially hip fractures C. because rehabilitation centers do not have enough space for the high numbers of elderly experiencing falls, resulting in longer recovery times D. because falls exacerbate the negative effects of other diseases such as diabetes or arthritis
John Hinckley, Jr. was found not guilty by reason of insanity by the jury in his trial. What reason did jurors give for their verdict?
A. The defense had proven that he was insane beyond a reasonable doubt. B. The defense had not proven that he was sane beyond a reasonable doubt. C. The prosecution had not proven that he was sane beyond a reasonable doubt. D. The prosecution had proven that he was insane beyond a reasonable doubt.