Regions of receptors on the retina that respond selectively to different visual events,
some to lights going on, others to lights going off, some to straight lines, etc., are called
(a) visual foci (b) receptive fields
(c) areas of maximum adaptation (d) areas of minimum adaptation
B
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The guidance counselor at Davis Elementary has been asked to present a discussion to the school's PTA regarding creating an atmosphere that promotes school success. What should her topics include?
A. promoting a "literacy environment" B. encouraging student dependence on offered services C. effective money spending restrictions D. time management
Under which of the following conditions is a woman least likely to be devalued, relative to a man?
a. when there is a large amount of detailed information available about her qualifications b. when the person who is doing the evaluation has traditional values c. when males are doing the evaluation d. when the woman acts like a stereotypical male, rather than acting like a stereotypical female
When people overestimate the frequency of violent crimes because these events generate a great deal of media coverage, they are using
a. the availability heuristic. b. the representativeness heuristic. c. a holistic decision model. d. the elimination by aspects strategy.
The legal system uses three standards of proof: beyond a reasonable doubt, clear and convincing evidence, and preponderance of evidence. For mental health purposes, the burden of proof standard is ____
a. beyond a reasonable doubt b. clear and convincing evidence c. preponderance of evidence d. has yet to be determined by the judicial system