Attribution theory argues that we are more likely to be happy about receiving help when
a. accepting help leaves us indebted to someone
b. accepting help does not threaten our sense of freedom
c. accepting help will solve our problems
d. accepting help will not threaten our self-esteem
Answer: D
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The triarchic theory approach to intelligence emphasizes the:
A. machine-like efficiency with which our computer minds crunch numbers and sort data B. cognitive processes that people use to solve problems C. biological changes in the brain and nervous system that result from information input D. single-core ability on which all related intellectual skills are based
Why is the concept of reciprocal altruism fundamentally paradoxical?
a. Because altruistic behavior – true altruistic behavior – has been found by research to be nonexistent since there is no action without a desire for reward. b. Because the concept of expecting to be repaid for an altruistic action negates the altruistic characteristic of the action in the first place. c. Because it is not possible for altruistic behaviors to be bidirectional. They can only go from one person to another, and cannot be "repaid." d. Because the human animal is incapable of engaging in distinctly cooperative behavior; research suggests that egoism is the norm for all actions.
According to Rotter, which of the following affect behavior?
A) Explanatory style B) Reinforcement values C) Generalized expectancies D) Specific expectancies E) Reinforcement values and outcome expectancies
Drugs cannot be transmitted to the fetus because it is protected by the placenta
a. True b. False