Which statement about classical conditioning is accurate?
a. It was first described by Edward Thorndike after observing the behavior of cats
b. It assumes that behavior is controlled by its consequences.
c. It explains most human behavior.
d. It was discovered by Ivan Pavlov when he was studying the digestive processes of dogs.
d
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a. neither partner is at risk for being infected by the AIDS virus. b. the AIDS virus will only be transmitted if one of the partners shows telltale signs of HIV infection. c. female-to-male transmission of the AIDS virus is most prevalent. d. male-to-female transmission of the AIDS virus is most prevalent.
One way parents may inadvertently foster a fixed mindset is by focusing praise on __________ rather than on __________.
A. future possibilities; the past B. the past; future possibilities C. the person; working hard and coming up with specific problem-solving strategies D. working hard and coming up with specific problem-solving strategies; the person
Use of which drug may help precipitate schizophrenia in young people with a genetic vulnerability to the disorder?
a. heroin b. cocaine c. barbiturates d. marijuana
Deciding whether a study will compare different groups of individuals or examine changes within the same group of individuals involves a decision about the research ____
a. procedure b. design c. strategy d. protocol