As of 2009, over one-fourth of Americans infected with HIV were age 50 and over
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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Substances capable of causing birth defects are known as
a. carcinogens. b. teratogens. c. chorions. d. antigens.
Regarding the study Sherif conducted with two groups of 11-year-old boys at a summer camp, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. When the boys arrived at the camp, they were split into two groups and were kept apart initially to build up separate group identities and friendships. b. When the two groups were placed in competition with each other, a number of clashes occurred with the disliking between groups bordering on hatred. c. Tensions between the groups were reduced and conflicts resolved through meetings that were held between the leaders of each group. d. As a strategy to reduce tensions, emergencies that required cooperation among members of both groups were staged at the camp.
Maxine believes that ingesting the experimental drug theratonin increases aggressive behavior by making aggressive thoughts highly accessible. Sam believes that ingesting theratonin increases aggressive behavior by (1) making aggressive thoughts highly accessible and (2) making people worry less about the consequences of their behavior. If we knew that theratonin does increase aggressive behavior
but knew nothing else, which theory should we prefer? A) Maxine's theory – because it is more testable than Sam's theory B) Maxine's theory – because it is more parsimonious than Sam's theory C) Sam's theory – because it is more testable than Maxine's theory D) Sam's theory – because it is more parsimonious than Maxine's theory
Judges' use of discretion is perhaps nowhere as clear as in their application of the exclusionary rule. Supreme Court decisions such as New York v. Quarles and Nix v. Williams have made it easier to admit evidence that was illegally obtained. As a judge who frequently tries drug cases, the presentation of physical evidence is a crucial part of your decision-making process. What does settled law say about your responsibilities to the collection and use of evidence, and how closely do your own ethics align with those decisions?
What will be an ideal response?