Of the many meta-analyses of differences between men and women, the majority have found small or trivial effect sizes. In terms of general areas where there are significant differences, all of the following are included EXCEPT
a. physical attributes such as height and strength.
b. knowledge of literature.
c. some aspects of sexuality, such as attitudes towards casual sex.
d. qualities desired in a potential mate.
Answer: b: knowledge of literature.
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a. gestures and other simple responses can be learned through conditioning and reinforcement without a true use of language b. language is a uniquely human attribute that cannot be shared with animals c. the language abilities of chimpanzees are too limited to represent any form of language d. phonemes cannot be used by chimpanzees or other animals e. researchers have not agreed on an adequate definition of language
Neurobiological methods
A) are affected by inaccurate reporting. B) help researchers infer the perceptions, thoughts, and emotions of infants. C) do not show which nervous system structures contribute to individual differences. D) bring together a wide range of information on one child, including interviews, observations, and test scores.
Studies have found that, if one identical twin develops schizophrenia, there is a _____ percent chance that the other twin will also develop schizophrenia.
A. 58 B. 52 C. 38 D. 48
The loss of near vision in middle adulthood is referred to as
a) visual acuity. b) presbycusis. c) glaucoma. d) presbyopia.