Correlational research is not appropriate for identifying what variable might affect another variable because
a. it is hard to find predictable relationships between complex variables.
b. when researchers manipulate variables, other unknown variables might affect behavior.
c. it is often not clear which of the variables being measured could be the one influencing another variable.
d. correlations may not be appropriate in observational research.
c
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The goal of psychotherapy is to
a. undo a person's past so that these events will cease to cause emotional harm to the person. b. bring about positive changes in personality, behavior, or personal adjustment. c. treat mental disorders using psychiatric drugs and other physical approaches. d. help a person to develop ego defenses that can be used to resolve emotional conflicts.
Before the 7th week of prenatal development, the gonads, or sex glands, of the male and female fetus are _____
a) clearly seen. b) identical. c) already different. d) intersexed.
Psychiatrists differ from clinical psychologists in that ______
a. psychiatrists are more likely to be engaged in experimental research than clinical psychologists b. psychiatrists tend to have more extensive training in research methods and psychological testing than clinical psychologists c. psychiatrists can prescribe medications while most clinical psychologists cannot d. clinical psychologists are more likely than psychiatrists to work in state mental institutions
When children watch shows that emphasize prosocial behavior, such as "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood",
they are a. more likely to behave prosocially. b. less likely to behave prosocially. c. not likely to change their behavior. d. likely to increase their prosocial behavior only if they are girls.