List at least three cognitive changes that allow for improved critical thinking in adolescence.

What will be an ideal response?


Adolescents have increased speed, automaticity, and capacity of information processing, which free cognitive resources for other purposes. In addition, they have a greater breadth of content knowledge in a variety of domains, an increased ability to construct new combinations of knowledge, and a greater range of strategies for obtaining and applying knowledge.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The finding that infants spend more time looking at attractive, as compared to unattractive, faces supports the hypothesis that

a. beauty is objective. b. beauty is subjective. c. familiarity increases physical attractiveness. d. physical attractiveness increases familiarity.

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An _____ motivation is a motivation to take action to earn a reward.

A) needs-based B) emotions-based C) intrinsic D) extrinsic

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Which intervention for treating childhood obesity is regarded as the most effective?

A) a weight loss camp B) a strict diet and exercise regimen C) rewards for weight-loss and punishment for daily inactivity D) a family-based approach focused on changing behaviors

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