The cornerstone of Guthrie’s theory of learning was the law of:

a. frequency
b. similarity
c. contiguity
d. contrast


c. contiguity

Psychology

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Recent studies indicate that children's understanding of causality is more sophisticated than Piaget believed. However, this depends upon

a. how the task is presented. b. whether the child is male or female. c. whether the researcher is male or female. d. whether the task is presented in a laboratory or in the child's home.

Psychology

According to Descartes, ______ was where the mind interacted with the body.

A. the pituitary gland B. the ventricles of the brain C. fluid filled nerves and muscles D. the pineal gland

Psychology

When Jillian was two years old, her mother was discouraged that she would not sit through story hour. Now that she is in kindergarten, Jillian pays close attention to her teacher. What developmental process of the brain contributed to Jillian's change in behavior?

A. neuronal proliferation B. increased myelination C. dendritic arborization D. neurotransmitter synthesis

Psychology

Which example best illustrates mastery motivation?

A. Terrell's innate ability to understand phonemes B. Vuong's innate drive to succeed C. George's parents' rewards for his academic success D. Marta's extremely large vocabulary

Psychology