Shannon blinks as she steps off the school bus and walks into a gust of wind. This automatic reaction is regulated by the:

a. spinal cord.
b. lower part of her brain.
c. hormonal activity in her body.
d. hippocampus.


B

Psychology

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a.  social loafing   b.  familiarization   c.  persuasive arguments   d.  social comparison   e.  diffusion of responsibility

Psychology

When using the DSM to diagnose a psychological disorder:

a. people are pigeonholed into a single diagnostic category b. it is assumed only one psychological disorder can occur in the same individual c. a person's medical history is considered to be important d. environmental and psychosocial problems are not considered

Psychology

In order to increase interest and motivation, a computer math game has been designed that allows students to compete in a speedboat race rather than just completing a series of subtraction problems. The faster correct answers are selected, the faster the student's boat speeds toward the finish line. This math game would be an example of

a. computer-assisted instruction. b. a type of serious game. c. programmed instruction. d. all of these.

Psychology

All cultures classify people as abnormal if they fail to communicate with others or are consistently unpredictable in their actions

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology