The term used to describe a subset of the target population selected by researchers to represent the entire population under study is the _______

a. sample
b. experimental group
c. participants
d. volunteers


Answer: A

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Discuss the variations in kissing behavior among three different cultures. Explain the techniques, beliefs, and purposes of kissing in each culture

What will be an ideal response?

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The text highlighted several explanations as to why there has been slow passage of anti-discrimination laws regarding sexual orientation in the United States. Which of the following is an explanation?

a. Legally naming nonheterosexuals as a "protected class" of people in the same vein as members of a particular race or sex is a political hot potato and emotionally charged debate. b. There is significant disagreement regarding the need for such laws for gay men and lesbian women. c. The U.S. Supreme Court must rule on any discrimination laws and they have not taken up the case. d. Gay men already are covered under anti-discrimination law.

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The ____ is the opening from which urine or semen come out

a. urethra c. corona b. meatus d. smegma

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Fary began to date Dan several months ago. Although she has fairly high expectations about romantic relationships, she has been quite pleasantly surprised by how many unexpected and “extra” benefits she receives from her relationship with Dan. Last week Fary met Tim, who has made it clear that he is interested in dating her but who does not seem as interesting or attractive as Dan. Which one of these figures best illustrates Fary’scurrent romantic situation?

a) CL alt > outcomes > CL b) CL alt > CL > outcomes c) CL > outcomes > CL alt d) outcomes > CL > CL alt

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