In psychology, __________ refers to the changed conception of the human self as being independent of a person’s social position (such as lord or serf) and an emphasis on individuality. Prior to this people derived their sense of self from their place in the social order.
a. modernity
b. societality
c. individualism
d. libertarianism
Answer: a. modernity
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The two main divisions of the peripheral nervous system are the __________ nervous system and the ____________ nervous system
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In 1979, Cathleen Crowell accused Gary Dotson of rape, and he was later convicted. Which of the following is true of this case?
A. Crowell mistakenly identified Dotson as her attacker, based on a flawed police lineup. B. Dotson was released from prison in 1987 and immediately pardoned when Crowell admitted to lying about the crime. C. Dotson was wrongfully convicted but not completely exonerated until 1989, when DNA proved his innocence. D. Despite Crowell's later statement that she lied about the crime, Dotson has not been released because prosecutors believe she is telling the truth.
An experiment is conducted to test a new antianxiety drug. After taking the drug, 35 percent of the participants receiving the medication report less anxiety, compared to 36 percent of those taking a placebo. The researchers should conclude that:
a. participants knew which group they were in. b. the medication itself probably has no real effect on anxiety. c. the drug actually increases anxiety. d. the drug is an effective treatment for anxiety.
Pablo had always gotten much satisfaction out of caring for his brothers and sisters when they were sick. A few months ago, Pablo's father convinced him to take a job at a hospital as a nurse's aide so that he could earn money doing what he enjoyed
Now that Pablo has been working at the hospital for a while, he no longer enjoys caring for sick people as much as he did before he took the job. One reason for Pablo's attitude change may be that the job has undermined his ________ for helping others. a. intrinsic motivation b. extrinsic motivation c. external justification d. internal justification