The tendency to choose activities and environments that fit our genetic predispositions is known as ________

Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.


niche-picking

Psychology

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Beth Ann plays hopscotch by herself at recess. When other kids demand to use her squares, she nods and then moves to another spot on the sidewalk and draws a new set. In the peer nomination technique, Beth Ann would most likely be categorized as

A) controversial. B) average. C) popular. D) neglected.

Psychology

Which combination of dietary changes and regular exercise was used in a three-month experimental study that demonstrated a capacity to reduce abdominal fat and insulin sensitivity in adolescent boys?

A. aerobic exercise and resistance exercise with caloric restriction B. aerobic exercise and resistance exercise without caloric restriction C. resistance exercise and strength training without caloric restriction D. aerobic exercise and strength training with caloric restriction

Psychology

Most of the research into Erikson's theory has been conducted with __________.

A. White middle-class adolescents in the United States, Canada, and Europe B. White middle-class adolescents from around the world C. middle-class adolescents in the United States D. lower-class adolescents from around the world

Psychology

An advantage of using a heuristic over an algorithm is that a heuristic __________.

A. ensures a correct answer B. takes longer and is more accurate C. can be quicker D. always works the same way

Psychology