A "concept" can best be defined as a(n):
a. object that fits a series of prescribed rules
b. idea regarding the solution to a problem
c. novel use for an object or tool
d. way to group items based upon common characteristics
D
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Piaget proposed that moral development in children happens in
a. three distinct stages. b. two overlapping stages. c. three overlapping stages. d. two stages, separated by a period of three years.
The Pacinian corpuscle detects sudden displacements or high-frequency vibrations on the skin
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A researcher is able to conduct an experiment on study habits in his laboratory and he finds some exciting results. What is one possible shortcoming of using this method?
a. Results from laboratory experiments do not always generalize to real-world situations. b. Experiments do not provide evidence about cause-and-effect relationships. c. It is not possible to conduct experiments on issues such as study habits. d. Laboratory experiments do not control for confounding variables.
The value of a goal above and beyond its ability to fill a need is known as its value
a. homeostatic b. stimulus c. extrinsic d. incentive