In a series of experiments, actors were dressed all in black and wore lights at key points on their bodies, and then walked or moved while being filmed. Participants could only see the illumination of the lights, not the actors themselves. Participants nonetheless reliably identified the behaviors of the actors. This phenomenon is known as __________.

A. mind over matter
B. form over function
C. form from motion
D. talk minus action


Answer: C

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A couple has been married for a short period of time. A second couple has been involved in a loving relationship for many years. The first couple's marriage is more likely to be characterized as ________ love;

the second couple's relationship is more likely to be called ________ love. a. positive; negative b. attached; sad c. pragmatic; erotic d. passionate; companionate

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Which of the following is NOT one of the underlying assumptions of this textbook?

A) ?You can change your behavior only by consulting a professional psychologist. B) ?You should think of this text as a resource that can introduce you to other books, techniques, or therapies. C) ?Critical thinking involves skeptical scrutiny. D) ?Knowledge of psychological principles may be of value in everyday life.

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A) ?a missed period or lighter than usual menstrual flow. B) ?nausea/vomiting. C) ?breast tenderness. D) ?All of the above.

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