According to social comparison theory, people are most likely to compare themselves to others who are

a. friendly.
b. lonely.
c. popular.
d. similar.


d

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Which of the following students provides the most accurate information about typical prenatal development in females?

a. Alissa: "If the fetus has a high level of androgen, a clitoris will develop.". b. Dorota: "Researchers know more about male development than female development.". c. Sergei: "In female development, the genetic sex of a fetus is determined at conception; in male development, the genetic sex is determined at about 6 weeks after conception.". d. Johnny: "The fetus generally develops into a male unless one of the female hormones is present.".

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Describe three different physical or psychological disorders and the neurotransmitter systems that appear to be involved

What will be an ideal response?

Psychology

Overall, about _____ percent of children's activities fall into the moderate to vigorous category

A) 10 B) 20 C) 40 D) 50

Psychology

Feingold (1990) conducted a meta-analysis of a number of studies that addressed gender differences in the importance that people place on physical attractiveness

Based on his findings, which of the following people is LEAST likely to be influenced by physical attractiveness? a. Hans, whose behaviors are observed b. Maria, whose behaviors are observed c. Paul, whose attitudes are measured d. Susan, whose attitudes are measured

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