The Gestalt principle of ________ occurs when you see an incomplete figure as complete
a. figure-ground distinctions
b. subjective contour
c. perceptual grouping
d. closure
e. common fate
d. closure
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In the second year, the circular reaction __________
A) extinguishes B) focuses on invariant features in the environment C) is aimed at producing novel outcomes D) is caused by the motor activity of others
Researchers have identified a number of characteristics in individuals who have a long lifespan. Which individual may be on the way to a longer than average life expectancy?
a) Rob, who has a job in the construction industry b) Alice, who has a strong alarm reaction to stressors c) Ray, who is involved in a number of community and family activities d) Agnes, who has consumed a diet low in sugar and high in carbohydrates
Sarah and her mother are playing patty cake when the phone rings. Sarah's mother puts her down on the bed and rushes to get the phone. Sarah crawls to the edge of the bed
According to Campos and colleagues (1992) whether or not Sarah will show signs of fear, such as an accelerated heart rate depends on ___. a. the strength of the bond between Sarah and her mother b. the number of times Sarah has been placed on the bed previously c. the number of weeks Sarah has been crawling on her own d. the amount of experience Sarah has being carried from one place to another
Mei was sent to the school psychologist to be tested. Based on her IQ scores, it was decided that she would do well in the gifted child program. This is an example of which goal of psychology?
a) describing behavior b) explaining behavior c) predicting behavior d) controlling behavior