The process of using and enhancing one's resources in order to pursue goals is called
A) compensation.
B) generativity.
C) optimization.
D) selection.
C
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a. physical health only b. mental and physical health c. mental health only d. mental, physical, and social health
At age 20 to 21, men stop growing taller because:
a. the production of estrogen keeps the bones from growing any longer. b. testosterone causes epiphyseal closure. c. the thalamus signals a reduction in the development of calcium. d. the hypothalamus triggers a reduction in cortisol production.
In one early research study, kids of different ages were given a task and were given 30 minutes to complete that task
The research found that older kids were much better at monitoring their time and finishing within 30 minutes as compared to younger kids. This demonstrates the development of __________ during adolescence. a) metacognition b) metamemory c) formal operations d) conservation
While trying to balance her checkbook, Deniece is able to ignore both the telephone ringing and her barking dog who wants to go outside. In this situation, Deniece is displaying her ability to
A) sustain her attention. B) inhibit her responses to irrelevant stimuli. C) selectively attend to stimuli. D) all of the above.