Murnane and Levy (1997) concluded that if one can read and do math at a 9th grade level, solve semi-structured problems, communicate orally and in writing, use a computer for word processing, and collaborate in diverse groups, one would be better
prepared to get:
a. a college education
b. a job that offers the promise of career development and middle-class wages.
c. a minimum wage job
d. a job that requires no skill and pays little.
B. These skills should help secure a middle- class wage.
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Barbara is seeing a therapist to help her with her drinking problem, and her therapist is trying to improve Barbara's social skills and ability to solve problems. This therapist is probably a
a. psychiatrist. b. recovering alcoholic. c. cognitive behavior therapist. d. motivational counselor.
Dr. Scarply believes that if all violent programming was banned, aggressive behavior would almost completely disappear. This type of explanation for the prevalence of aggressive behavior is inconsistent with the view that
a. behavior is shaped by cultural heritage. b. heredity and the environment jointly influence behavior. c. perception is often subjective. d. behavior is determined by multiple causes.
The visual cliff apparatus tests infants' sensory abilities. What, specific aspect of the infant's sensory abilities does the device allow us to study?
a. Depth perception b. Color vision c. Sound discrimination d. Visual discrimination e. Visual tracking
Describe a cultural holiday or festival that celebrates and honors deceased ancestors.
What will be an ideal response?