Ted is playing a new lawn game for the first time that involves throwing wooden dowels as close as possible to a square target. He does well fairly quickly, because the game is so similar to horseshoes, something he's already good at. This demonstrates Piaget's concept of:
a. schemata
b. accommodation
c. assimilation
d. conservation
C
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According to attachment theorists, why do anxious attachments develop during the first year of life?
a. modeling b. low self-actualization c. inconsistent and unresponsive parenting d. temperament differences
A business owner annually donates a large sum of money to a local charity, which publicly announces the donation. The business owner enjoys the advertisement. Which motive best explains this behavior?
A. empathy motive B. egotism motive C. altruism motive D. gratitude motive
We create our own comparison level based on which of the following?
A. research B. data C. observations of other relationships D. opinions from others
In the elementary-school years, four specialized areas of self-esteem stand out. Which of the following is NOT one of these areas?
a. scholastic competence c. behavioral conduct b. athletic competence d. physical appearance