Weight tends to remain stable as long as there are no long-term factors that influence it. This theory is called
A) ?wishful thinking.
B) ?settling-point.
C) ?inertia.
D) ?durability.
B
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Which statement is the most accurate with regard to the timing of the onset of puberty in youngsters?
a. The timing of puberty is regulated by environmental forces, but these environmental forces are strongly influenced by genetics. b. Puberty is something that is uniquely determined by environmental factors, and genetics play no part in when these changes emerge. c. The timing of puberty is regulated in part by genetics, but these genetic forces are strongly influenced by environmental factors. d. Puberty is something that is uniquely determined by genetics, and environmental influences play no part in when these changes emerge.
According to the two-factor theory of emotion, the mind interprets:
A) emotion. B) the importance of stimuli in the environment. C) specific physiological "fingerprints" associated with emotion. D) general physiological arousal.
Jenny was the only student in her class to get all the questions right on the math test. She announced to the class, "I am perfect! I am better than everyone!" Given this display, which country is Jenny most likely from?
A) Australia B) Japan C) China D) the United States
Research presented by the authors of your text suggests that when someone's spouse dies, the majority of widows/widowers respond
a. by expressing joy. b. by becoming severely depressed. c. by grieving heavily. d. resiliently.