Speed-reading programs are popular because they are based on a scientifically-valid relationship that exists between reading speed and comprehension

When examining this relationship, however, we must remember which conceptual precept?
A) Replicability
B) Correlation versus causation
C) Falsifiability
D) Occam's Razor


Answer: B

Psychology

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A "concept" can best be defined as a(n):

A. object that fits a series of prescribed rules B. idea regarding the solution to a problem C. novel use for an object or tool D. way to group items based upon common characteristics

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Joan is told by her physician that her symptoms are caused by a loss of myelin. Her symptoms would be most likely to include _________

a. burning fever. b. problems with vision. c. hallucinations. d. psychosis.

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Shelby views women positively when they take on traditional roles, such as nursing, but tends to view them negatively in less traditional roles like being a firefighter. What best describes Shelby's viewpoints?

A. benevolent sexism B. modern-symbolic prejudice C. hostile sexism D. ambivalent sexism

Psychology