The origin of the phrase "I got it straight from the horse's mouth" is a good illustration of the basic principle of:
A) authority
B) logic
C) logical positivism
D) empiricism
D
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Which term describes a period of deep depression following the birth of a child?
A. postpartum depression B. cyclothymia C. infant-induced disconnection D. "delivery drop"
What is the evidence to support the socioemotional selectivity theory?
A. Older subjects correctly identified the emotion behind specific facial expressions more often than younger subjects. B. When asked to rate their preferences for paintings or literature, older subjects overwhelmingly chose more emotional works than younger subjects. C. Older subjects asked to read a book showed greater recall for emotional material than younger subjects. D. Older subjects were more comfortable than younger subjects, as determined by pulse rate and perspiration, when told very emotional and personal stories.
Based on research with adopted children and twins, which statement is justifiable about the contribution of heredity to personality??
a. ?There are "personality genes" that determine certain personality traits. b. ?Identical twins that have been raised together have similar personality traits because of genetic factors. c. ?Birth order is one of the most important influences on personality. d. ?People inherit predispositions for certain personality factors.
What can we conclude about Jane, who sings soprano, and John, who sings bass?
a) Jane's voice is purer than John's voice. b) John's voice is louder than Jane's voice. c) John's voice has greater intensity than Jane's voice. d) John's vocal cords are longer than Jane's vocal cords.