Which of the following statements is most likely to have been made by a functionalist psychologist?

a. The mind is composed of discrete elements.
b. Perception is greater than the sum of its parts.
c. The only object of psychology is the study of behavior.
d. Adaptation to the environment is the purpose of mental processes and behavior.


D

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A) 60 B) 80 C) 120 D) 240

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__________ is the field of medicine that focuses on prenatal care and birth

a) Gynecology b) Obstetrics c) Pediatrics d) Doulary

Psychology

Sex differences in brain organization predetermine

A. certain patterns of behavior. B. sexual behavior during puberty. C. emotional and behavioral problems. D. desire for highly rewarding activities.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

Psychology