You are watching a horror movie
The music changes to the familiar tune you recognize as a prelude to danger. You tense up, your heart rate increases, your breathing becomes shallow, and your mouth is dry. Which nervous system has been activated?
a. somatic
b. central
c. parasympathetic
d. sympathetic
ANSWER: d
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The value of a group membership that was once very satisfying drops down below your comparison level. According to social exchange theory, you will
a. terminate your membership. b. not terminate your membership until it drops below your CLalt. c. attempt to improve the group. d. continue as a member, even if another more satisfying one is available.
Which term refers to an overall developmental score that relates to performance in the domains of motor skills, language use, adaptive behavior, and personal-social behavior?
A. Gesell index (GI) B. Bayley indicator (BI) C. intelligence product (IP) D. developmental quotient (DQ)
According to psychotherapist Carl Rogers, a major barrier to effective communication is
a. insufficient knowledge of cultural backgrounds. b. our tendency to judge and evaluate messages. c. a hesitancy to self-disclose. d. being too empathic.
_____ The stage concept implies gradual, quantitative changes in development
Indicate whether the statement is true or false