What approach explains behavior by recourse to variables such as cognitions, memories, or motivations?
a. reductionism
c. mentalism
b. positivism
d. operationalism
C
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a. confidence interval b. standard deviation c. significance test d. descriptive statistic
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a. less aggression than one who has been rewarded for aggressive behavior b. more aggression than one who has been rewarded for aggressive behavior c. as much aggression as one who has been rewarded for aggressive behavior d. no aggression at all
In regards to emerging adulthood, in both Europe and the United States unemployment has been found to be associated with ____
a. higher risk for depression b. higher risk for personality disorders c. higher risk for eating disorders d. higher risk for schizophrenic disorders
Joyce and Katie were recognized by their professor for receiving the highest grades on the midterm exam. At first, they both interpret this situation as being a positive thing but, then Katie turns this event into a stressor because of her perceived inability to score as well on the next exam. Through the process of ___________________ Katie realizes she cannot cope with the pressure.
A. social appraisal B. primary appraisal C. secondary appraisal D. consequence appraisal