The literal meaning of the word "psychology" is the

a. study of the mind.
b. study of people.
c. science of behavior.
d. study of insanity.
e. science of people.


a. study of the mind.

Psychology

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a. True b. False

Psychology

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A. a large effect on gross motor development B. no effect on gross motor development C. a substantial effect on gross motor development D. a relatively small effect on gross motor development

Psychology

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A. strong emotions or physical exertion B. overuse of caffeine C. high blood levels of carbon dioxide in the blood D. damage to neurons that initiate REM sleep

Psychology

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a) self-aggrandizing; amusing b) satisfying; congenial c) self-deprecating; hostile d) antagonistic; good-natured

Psychology