What additional information is obtained by measuring two individuals on an interval scale compared to an ordinal scale?
a. Whether the measurements are the same or different
b. The direction of the difference
c. The size of the difference
d. None of the other options is correct
C
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A review of research between early childhood experiences and adult psychopathology showed that children who grew up to become depressed and anxious adults had:
a. authoritative parents. c. adventurous childhoods. b. inadequate parenting. d. over-affectionate parents.
When conducting research on people with psychological disorders, the American Psychological Association has stipulated all of the following rights EXCEPT
A. the right to privacy. B. the right to anonymity. C. the right to be protected from harm. D. the right to be informed about the outcome of the study.
Which of the following statements best expresses the position of most health psychologists with regard to the mind-body issue?
a) The mind and the body are separate entities. b) The mind and the body are one and the same. c) The mind can have a positive or negative impact on one's health. d) Health psychologists are concerned only with the body.
Debbie often uses steroids and is addicted to them. She has recently begun to notice certain effects of the steroids. According to this scenario, she is most likely experiencing
A. mood swings and development of masculine traits B. euphoria, relaxed inhibitions, nightmares, and disoriented behavior. C. apathy, difficulty in concentration, slowed speech, decreased physical activity, and drooling. D. weakness, restlessness, nausea and vomiting, headaches, and nightmares.