Which of the following was included in the 1916 Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale?
a. separate scales based on race and sex
b. general mental ability
c. standardization using a geographically diverse population
d. representative sampling
b
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Your university is hosting an interdisciplinary conference entitled "Contemporary Perspectives on Evolution." Two leading psychologists have been invited to debate the effects of nature and nurture on human behavior. They would most likely reach the consensus that these two entities ____
a. are not mutually exclusive b. maintain distinct and equal functions c. compete to influence behavior d. have a negative correlation
Which of the following is NOT one of the basic causes of group conflict discussed in the text?
a. Controlling: Disputes over power and authority. b. Deciding: Disagreements about procedures and decisions. c. Sharing: Disputes about the division of resources. d. Winning: Competition for scare outcomes. e. Hiding: Covert disagreements and secretive maneuvering.
It is believed that Troy has a high set point. Dieting will be difficult for him because:
A. hypothalamus dysfunction prevents Troy from feeling full B. when Troy diets, his metabolic rate may slow down C. Troy is particularly susceptible to learned cues to eating D. Troy will experience hunger more often than someone with a low set point
Although they make learning more challenging in the short term, ___________________ actually promote long-term learning
FIll in the blank with correct word.