Robyn is faking her medical symptoms because she believes that if she can convince others that her symptoms are real, she will be awarded a large court settlement. Robyn's presentation might be described as ______________

a. Malingering
b. Somatic Symptom Disorder
c. Hysteria
d. Dissociation


Answer: a.

Psychology

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a. just world beliefs. b. passive compliance. c. cult conversion. d. an empathy-helping relationship.

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Imagine that Sigmund Freud and Abraham Maslow are comparing notes as they both reflect on their careers. After some discussion, what point of agreement might arise from their discussions?

a) "We had similar views of human nature." b) "We tended to overemphasize genetic factors." c) "Our critics said we relied too much on case studies and a narrow selection process." d) "Our critics said we overemphasized the importance of factors outside of a person's control."

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According to Rescorla's theory, the CS must _____ the US or conditioning does not occur

a) replace b) come after c) occur simultaneously with d) predict

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At about age 4 to 6 months, an infant's speech begins to show signs of ______

a. syntax c. intonation b. relativity d. words

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