The increase in autism is most probably due to:

A. the breakdown of the family
B. increased air and water pollution
C. childhood vaccinations
D. better awareness by parents and doctors


Answer: D

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According to the textbook, psychology can be thought of as a kind of "experimental philosophy" because psychology ____ while relying on the experimental method

a. addresses many of the same questions that interest philosophers b. is as popular today as philosophy was in ancient times c. also grew out of the mathematical sciences d. is also a highly controversial field

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According to Freud, presenting angry people with hostile humor should

A. lead to an increase in aggression. B. lead to a cathartic release of tension and an increase in aggression. C. lead to a cathartic release of tension and a decrease in aggression. D. increase anger, but not aggression.

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