Which of the following is INCORRECT regarding experience-dependent growth?
a. It denotes changes in the brain that are not linked to specific points in development.
b. It denotes changes in the brain from environmental influences that typically occur at specified points in development.
c. It varies across individuals.
d. It varies across cultures.
b
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Suppose that a friend of yours says, "The problem with feminists is that they make a big deal about little things, like you have to say chairperson rather than chairman.". After reading about the masculine generic issue in Chapter 2, your most informed response would be:
a. "Actually, feminists no longer complain about the language issue, because they are now concerned about more important things.". b. "According to the research, people now believe that words like chairman really are gender neutral.". c. "According to the research, people do not consider words like chairman to be gender neutral.". d. "Despite all the research, people are still using gender-biased language just as often as they did 30 years ago.".
In comparison to the Binet and Wechsler Scales, alternative forms
a. are more stable. b. are not as psychometrically sound. c. are more reliant on verbal responses. d. provide more validity documentation.
Some computer-assisted (CAI) programs make use of instructional games involving stories, competition with a partner, sound effects, and game-like graphics that increase interest and motivation. These CAI programs are known as
a. token economies. b. educational feedback loops. c. latent learning exercises. d. serious games.
Yanna used to date a man who wore a lime-scented aftershave. Yanna was very attracted to this man, and now when she smells the scent of lime, she finds herself feeling slightly aroused. In this example, the man Yanna used to date is the ____
a. ?US b. ?CS c. ?UR d. ?CR