Vygotsky's term for a person whose cognition is stimulated and directed by older and more skilled members of society is

an apprenticeship in thinking.
guided participation.
magical thinking.
scaffolding.


an apprenticeship in thinking.

Psychology

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Which statement about gender comparisons in sexual responses is correct?

a. Women and men are fairly similar in many aspects of the sexual response cycle. b. Women have much more subtle psychological reactions to orgasms than men do. c. Large gender differences are found in reactions to sexual excitation. d. Small gender differences are found in rates of masturbation.

Psychology

Researchers have found that declines in speed of performance are due to:

a. disuse c. high blood pressure b. Alzheimer's d. the slowing down in mental processing

Psychology

Kendra stays up all night partying with her friends. Based on sleep deprivation research, what is she likely to experience the next day?

A) normal levels or wakefulness. B) sleepiness for the entire day. C) periods of sleepiness and periods of normal wakefulness. D) severe cognitive impairment for the entire day.

Psychology

Children grow up within a larger social community, the sociocultural context, which includes unique customs, values, and beliefs about the proper way to rear children and the ultimate goals for their development

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology