Patients recovering from heart attacks, which had an external locus of control, when compared to patients with an internal locus of control were more likely to

a. resume unhealthy habits.
b. generate plans for recovery.
c. recover quickly.
d. begin exercise programs.


Answer: a

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Which of the following must occur before research with humans can be ethically conducted?

a. Professors in the researcher's department must verify that all research participants are individually briefed on the exact intent of the research. b. A panel of experts and community representatives must review the research before it is conducted c. Attorneys, usually a board of at least three, must examine the research for any potential violations of law contained in its design. d. Researchers must consult with at least two experts in research ethics and get them to "sign off" on their research before it is begun.

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Intelligence tests are highly useful for gathering information about cognitive ability and potential for future scholastic achievement, but they are not a measure of

a. how "smart" one is. b. perspective. c. intellectual competence. d. aptitude.

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The independent variable in the experiment described in question 38 is

a. the drug b. the placebo c. blood glucose level d. not present

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