An expert tells you that "you can catch a cold by not wearing a coat when it is cold.". You would
a. accept his statement since you remember catching a cold after you forgot your coat.
b. accept his statement because it is based on commonsense reasoning.
c. ask him to list additional experts that support his theory.
d. ask to see the empirical evidence that supports his theory.
D
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If an independent-groups t test is equal to zero, then:
a. the two sample means differ significantly. b. the two sample means do not differ significantly. c. there is something wrong with the calculation. d. the two population means differ significantly.
According to the original calculations of Fredrickson and Losada, what is the mean ratio of positive emotions that predicts human flourishing?
A. 2:9 B. 1:1 C. 10:1 D. 5:7
Paula and Rick indulge in public displays of affection; they send cards and flowers to each other and often surprise each other with intimate gifts. They tend to quickly resolve an issue by indulging in sex. Which of the following types of sexual styles do Paula and Rick practice here?
A. the emotionally expressive style B. the complementary style C. the traditional style D. the soulmate style
A major step toward a deepening friendship involves
a. complementary needs matching. b. sharing private thoughts and feelings. c. avoiding self-disclosure. d. overdisclosure.