The textbook defines problem solving as the thoughts and actions required to __________

a) reach a desired goal.
b) remember complicated information.
c) solve difficult problems that have only one correct answer.
d) synthesize and use information in a productive fashion.


a

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d. Their mistakes show they overgeneralized a rule.

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In a field experiment, the investigator

A. always uses narrative records for recording behavior. B. never manipulates an independent variable, but observes behavior in a natural setting. C. always uses qualitative data analysis. D. always manipulates an independent variable in a natural setting.

Psychology

The feeling of__________encourages helping behavior and discourages aggression

A) empathy B) resentment C) gloominess D) edginess E) Select

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Regarding tranquilizers, which of the following statements is FALSE?

a. Benzodiazepine tranquilizers are used to lower anxiety and reduce tension. b. When tranquilizers are used at too high a dosage or for too long, addiction can occur. c. At normal dosages tranquilizers can cause drowsiness, shakiness, and confusion. d. Secobarbital, and tuinal are two examples of benzodiazepine tranquilizers.

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