Mei was sent to the school psychologist to be tested. Based on her IQ scores, it was decided that she would do well in the gifted-child program. This is an example of which goal of psychology?
A. Describing behavior
B. Explaining behavior
C. Predicting behavior
D. Controlling behavior
Answer: C
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Research with Ugandan infants shows that
a. indiscriminate attachment early on. b. the beginning of specific attachment to the mother at 7 months, which grew intense by 12 months of age. c. fear of strangers developing by about 18 months. d. extreme anxiety when in the presence of a stranger as early as 3 months.
Suppose that you are on a jury in which a 7-year-old child has provided eyewitness testimony about an automobile accident. Based on what you know from Chapter 13, you should keep in mind that
a. this child should be much less likely than a 3-year-old to be influenced by incorrect suggestions after the accident. b. this child should be much more likely than a 3-year-old to be influenced by incorrect suggestions after the accident. c. this child should be much more likely than a 3-year-old to be influenced by a stereotype that had been conveyed prior to the accident. d. this child's memory should not be influenced by either stereotypes or post-event information.
Darren has asked his fiancée to marry him and she has agreed. According to Sternberg, Darren's conscious decision to maintain this relationship over the long term is also known as ___________
a. eros b. commitment c. passion d. intimacy
Suppose your child dies suddenly, and you are shocked. You are in which stage of grief?
A. Conforming B. Confrontation C. Impact D. Acceptance