The ______ refers to the tendency to be especially influenced by information that is presented first.
a. primacy effect
b. proximity effect
c. secondary effect
d. familiarity effect
Ans: A
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a. positive b. negative c. neutral d. zero
A specific receptor site and its specific neurotransmitter are analogous to ____.
a. two managers discussing a decision b. a lock and the correct key c. a receptionist talking on the phone d. a cue stick and a billiard ball
Which of the following is NOT required by the rational approach to developing personality measures?
a. Demonstrating the measure is reliable b. Demonstrating the measure has never been administered before c. Demonstrating the measure predicts behavioral criteria d. Demonstrating the measure has construct validity
Stephanie is driving in her car and singing along with the radio. She is feeling happy when
suddenly she begins to tremble and sweat, then her heart starts pounding and she feels nauseous. Most likely, Stephanie ______. a. has agoraphobia c. is experiencing a panic attack. b. has generalized anxiety disorder d. is having a heart attack