Research employing the technique of ________ might take a puppy that has a genetic tendency to be very excitable and allow it to be raised and nurtured by a female dog who has a very calm and docile nature. Such research explore whether environmental factors can "override" genetic programming.
a. interacting
b. epigenetics
c. pedigreeing
d. cross-fostering
Ans: d. cross-fostering
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What type of parenting method aims to teach knowledge that will enable children to generate desirable behavior on their own?
A. exemplative B. proactive C. inductive D. assertive
Social motives are:
a. not affected by primary motives. b. common to all people. c. derived from social interactions and learning. d. essential for the survival of an organism.
Which of the following is accurate in regard to the long-term outlook for patients with schizophrenia?
A. About 50% of people diagnosed with the disorder eventually recover. B. Recovery is possible only if the person stays on medication. C. Recovery is possible only if the patient receives psychotherapy. D. Complete recovery from schizophrenia is rare.
When comparing two different peripheral body areas, you notice that a small area of your index finger seems to have greater nerve sensitivity than a comparably sized region of your upper arm. How do you think this will be reflected in the somatosensory area of your brain?
A. The brain areas for finger and upper arm will be equal because they reflect comparable areas of skin. B. The finger brain area will be smaller because your finger is smaller than your upper arm. C. The finger brain area will be larger because it has greater nerve sensitivity than your upper arm. D. The brain areas for finger and upper arm will be equal but they will be located on opposite hemispheres.