In some South American cultures, it is not uncommon for people to recreate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ by nailing their own hands to a cross during Easter. In the United States, this behavior might cause a person to be hospitalized for having a
serious mental illness; however, in a different setting this is considered acceptable behavior. This demonstrates the concept of cultural __________.
a. relativity
b. happenstance
c. significance
d. differentiation
Answer: A
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a. hereditary influences on intelligence. c. both a & b. b. environmental influences on intelligence. d. none of these.
Juan is so afraid of germs that he wears gloves when opening doors. He is encouraged by his therapist to imitate a person in a video who demonstrates opening a door, step–by-step, without wearing gloves
Which technique is his therapist using? a) systematic desensitization b) token economy c) participant modeling d) extinction
In Tina's classroom there is little or no collaboration with her fellow students and each day is highly structured and organized. Tina is likely being educated with the ________ approach.
A. direct instruction B. constructivist C. child-centered D. organized
Who do American boys tend to tell about semenarche?
A. everyone B. their fathers C. no one D. their male peers