The tendency to interpret an object as always having the same physical dimensions, regardless of its distance from the viewer, is known as _________
a) size constancy
b) shape constancy
c) brightness constancy
d) color constancy
ANS: a
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Comparing two ways of measuring object permanence supports which of these generalizations? a. We should be cautious about inferring what infants do or do not understand
b. Many concepts emerge suddenly on an all-or-none basis. c. The stages of cognitive development vary significantly from one culture to another. d. Infants learn more rapidly by watching older children than by watching adults.
What hypothesis did Milgram's obedience study test?
a. People in a position of authority will seek opportunities to abuse that power. b. Normal people will follow orders to hurt someone else. c. Threats of punishment increase people's willingness to obey an authority figure. d. People with low self-esteem will obey orders more than other people will.
Conduct disorder can be reasonably associated with
a. lower intelligence. b. elementary school failure. c. juvenile delinquency. d. all of these.
The Santa Rita Coalition seeks to promote positive development of children and youth in their region. Based on the concept of developmental assets, how could they do that?
a. involving youth in prosocial community service b. promoting community expressions of respect for youth c. promoting ties between parents and schools d. all of the above