Cross-sectional studies show that older people are less likely to score as well as younger people on traditional intelligence tests; this is most likely due to __________.
A. improper administration of test procedures
B. cohort effects
C. testing bias
D. improper test design
Answer: B
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A. fail to use rigorous experimental methods B. emphasize environmental effects on behavior C. focus on genetic predisposition to temperament D. do not believe that people have intrinsic worth
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a. asthma b. cancer c. coronary heart disease d. hepatitis
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Providing an external reward for a behavior that is already intrinsically motivated may result in a
a. sense of irritation. b. refusal to accept rewards of any kind. c. slower rate of learning. d. reduction in the rewarded behavior. e. new locus of control.