Dramatic increases in __________ and __________ are responsible for the swift gain in overall brain size during the first years of life

Dr. Kincaid was interested in the topic of autistic savants (individuals with limited abilities in many areas, but with an exceptional talent in one specific area). In the initial part of the investigation, Dr. Kincaid carefully observed and compiled detailed files on three individuals who were autistic savants. Dr. Kincaid is conducting

a. case study research. b. survey research. c. correlational research. d. experimental research.

Research on diversity in groups indicates that ____

a. diverse groups suffer from poor communication and are less creative and flexible than homogeneous groups b. diverse groups are more creative and flexible than homogeneous groups, and tend to perform better than other groups c. diverse groups are capable of being more creative and flexible than homogeneous groups, but tend to suffer from poor communication and perform worse than other groups d. diverse groups are far more communicative with one another than homogeneous groups, but tend to be less creative and flexible

"I want to get good grades so I can get a good job and make lots of money." This individual best illustrates:

A. the instinct theory B. the incentive theory C. intrinsic motivation D. self-actualization needs

Of the approximately 3.5 million coaches in the United States, about how many are volunteers?

A. 150,000 B. 250,000 C. 2,500,000 D. 3,000,000