Social psychologists use the term ____ to describe the feeling of fear that people sometimes have that they will confirm a certain stereotype
a. "discontinuity effect"
b. "aversive racism"
c. "stereotype threat"
d. "self-defeating prophecy"
C
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a. DRZ b. DRI c. DRL d. DRA
Imaginary playmates are a sign of possible developmental problems
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
In 1999, what percentage of 4-year-old toddlers were not yet toilet trained?
a) 10% b) 15% c) 5% d) 2%
The newer sleep medications, such as Ambien and Lunesta, should be considered
a. ineffective in the treatment of insomnia. b. very effective in the treatment of insomnia with only minor side effects. c. a temporary remedy for insomnia. d. very effective but with potential life-threatening side effects, such as reduced red blood cell production.