Testing a hypothesis is the third step in a scientific investigation. This step is derived from which goal of psychology?

a) describing
b) explaining
c) predicting
d) changing


ANS: b

Psychology

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A) sleep paralysis. B) a night terror. C) narcolepsy. D) sleep apnea.

Psychology

What is the last phase of the sexual response cycle?

a. plateau phase c. excitement phase b. orgasmic phase d. resolution phase

Psychology

Expertise, attractiveness, and trustworthiness all relate to which factor of persuasion?

a) channel b) message c) source d) audience

Psychology

Why has birth for humans become increasingly difficult?

a. Because humans have such extraordinarily large brains. b. Because humans are more likely to have genetic difficulties. c. Because humans are the only species to have single births. d. Because humans are so immature at the time of birth.

Psychology