From a chair lift high above the slopes, we perceive the skiers below as normal size even though their images formed on our retinas are extremely small. This occurs because of
a. shape constancy. c. illusory constancy.
b. size constancy. d. binocular cues.
B
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Any institution seeking federal funding for research involving human participants must have a(n) __________ to ensure those participants' well-being
a. human participants' safety board b. right and well-being assurance group c. ethical insurance committee d. institutional review board
Which of the following methods was used by Baillargeon to test for the mental capacities of infants?
a. Infants reached out to touch new or unusual pictures. b. Infants showed surprise at seeing an impossible event occur during a magic show. c. Infants cried when confronted by a stranger. d. Infants looked longer at colorful patterns than at black-and-white patterns.
Describe the functions of the endocrine system and how this process differs from direct neural stimulation
What will be an ideal response?
Sarah was driving down a busy highway when she blew out a tire
She swerved and hit the side rail in addition to hitting her head on the steering wheel. Although she was not seriously hurt, she did need stitches. Unfortunately, Sarah forgot her cell phone at home that day. She stepped out of her car hoping someone would offer her some help. Which of the following is most likely to occur? a) No one will help Sarah because it is a busy highway. b) Many people will immediately stop because so many people witnessed the accident. c) People generally mind their own business, so no one will really even notice that she needs any help. d) If help is offered, it will likely be a while because people generally assume someone has already called for help.