If a researcher tries to understand the complex human nervous system using the simple nervous system of a sea slug, this would be considered a(n) __________ .

A. rationalization
B. simplification
C. generalization
D. reduction


Answer: D

Psychology

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According to Erikson, a person who becomes bored, self-indulgent, and unable to contribute to the continuation of society during their middle-adulthood years is struggling with a sense of _______________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Psychology

Sometimes one is not recognized as a member of a group to which he or she identifies. This is known as _____

a) identity isolation b) identity denial c) self-confusion d) group identity rejection

Psychology

The social psychological theory known as "social exchange theory" is based MOST obviously on which of the following other social sciences?

a. economics b. history c. political science d. anthropology

Psychology

Longitudinal studies assess a different sample of participants repeatedly at various points in time, usually over a span of years

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology