The twin study method is used by researchers to get around which methodological problem?
A. Biased samples
B. A confound between genetic and environmental influences
C. Questions about generalizability
D. Validity of measures
B
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Suppose that college students are asked to state out loud in a group why they think that they did so well on the last exam in organic chemistry. What might you expect to find with respect to gender comparisons?
a. Females would be somewhat more likely to attribute their success to high ability. b. Males would be somewhat more likely to attribute their success to hard work. c. Males would be somewhat more likely to attribute their success to high ability. d. There would be no gender differences in attribution patterns.
In terms of expressing conscience, girls are more likely than boys to express
a. guilt. c. anger. b. shame. d. distress.
After World War II, the dominant type of psychotherapy was:
a. ?psychoanalysis b. ?client-centered therapy c. ?humanistic therapy d. ?cognitive-behavioral therapy
According to Thomas and Chess, the difficult child
A) shows mild, low-key reactions to environmental stimuli. B) is irregular in daily routines. C) shows unique blends of temperamental characteristics. D) displays no identifiable temperamental traits.