Which of the following statements best explains why psychologists should study the nervous system?
a. The nervous system is controlled by the mind and psychologists focus on the mind.
b. Behavior, both normal and abnormal, has its roots in the nervous system.
c. Psychologists can perform brain surgery to cure illnesses such as Alzheimer's.
d. It is required for licensing and insurance payments.
B
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a. ?could be objectively measured b. ?was detectable by the instruments used in physics c. ?was observable by humans and simultaneously detectable by instruments used in physics d. ?was confined to the domain of human experiences (animal psychology was unacceptable) e. ?could be measured qualitatively as well as quantitatively
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a. cognitive b. behavioristic c. humanistic d. psychodynamic
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