When animals reared from birth in physically and socially stimulating surroundings are compared with those reared in isolation, the brains of the stimulated animals __________
A) are smaller
B) are lighter
C) show denser synaptic connections
D) show loss of more functions
Answer: C
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A primary assumption of the ethological viewpoint is that
a. the environment is the most important factor in human development. b. members of a species share a number of adaptive behaviors that are the products of evolution. c. children pass through a series of stages as they develop. d. development is highly influenced by the cultural context in which it occurs.
The membrane of a neuron is composed of ____ with ____ embedded in them.
A. carbohydrates; purines B. phospholipids; proteins C. proteins; neurotransmitters D. benzene molecules; carbohydrates
The idea that groups in society have fundamental differences and that those in power control societal elements, including law, is called the __________ paradigm.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Denise, an attractive undergraduate, walked up to a random male student and said, "Hi, I've been noticing you around campus lately, and I find you very attractive. Would you have sex with me tonight?" Based on ample research evidence, what is the man most likely to say?
A. "I don't think I should." B. "Sorry, but I don't even know you." C. "No, I don't want to." D. "Sure thing; absolutely."