Which term describes body weight that is more than 20 percent higher than the average weight for a person of a given age and height?

A. overweight
B. underweight
C. malnutrition
D. obesity


Answer: D

Psychology

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Which of the following students provides the most accurate information about psychotherapy with lesbians and bisexual women?

a. Barb: "Be aware that little research has been published about this topic, so it is best—at this point—to make statements that are not controversial.". b. Virginia: "Begin by asking the client whether she is interested in changing her sexual orientation.". c. Mariana: "Avoid sexual prejudice with respect to the client's romantic relationships.". d. Jorge: "Be aware that women of color are less likely than European American women to experience sexual prejudice.".

Psychology

If the circumstances are the same, then a measure with good ______ will provide a similar score each time it is used to measure a behavior from the same individual.

A. test-retest reliability B. internal consistency C. interrater reliability D. related reliability

Psychology

Maddie really wants to paint at the easel. She walks up to Jeffrey who is painting and takes his paint brush. What type of aggression is Maddie engaging in?

A. focused B. relational C. inhibitory D. instrumental

Psychology

Describe the advantages and disadvantages of early versus late maturation in puberty for both males and females

What will be an ideal response?

Psychology