To add 8 + 5, Billy breaks down the 8 into 5 + 3. He then adds this 5 to the first 5 to get 10, then he adds the remaining 3 to get 13. Researchers might say that Billy used the strategy of
A) subitizing. B) decomposition.
C) digitizing. D) numeration.
B
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a. rules for combining words to make sentences b. rules for communicating meaning c. rules for combining sounds to make words d. the practical knowledge used to comprehend and produce spoken language
In their research on Albert, Watson and Rayner found that in addition to becoming fearful of the rat, Albert also became fearful of _____.
a. birds and fish b. toys of any kind c. other furry objects d. things with names that rhyme with rat
Traditionally, in which ethnic community are families affectionate and indulgent toward younger children but expect older children to learn social skills and to be calm, obedient, courteous, and respectful with social skills often valued more than cognitive skills and cooperation stressed more than competition?
a. African-American b. Hispanic c. Asian-American d. European-American
Doug is a supervisor. He is known for fits of anger, usually right after an employee fails to do what he told that person to do. What behavior is Doug demanding from his employees?
A. conformity B. obedience C. compliance D. following social norms