________ is defined as a systematic inquiry aimed at the discovery of new knowledge.
A. Research
B. Introspection
C. Coherent observation
D. Critical thinking
Answer: A
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A network of assumptions that people make about the relationships among traits and behaviors is called
a. implicit personality theory. b. information integration theory. c. a self-fulfilling prophecy. d. the confirmation bias.
According to the text, emotions are ____, whereas moods are ____
a. linked to particular events; not linked to particular events b. not linked to particular events; linked to particular events c. automatic responses; conscious evaluations d. conscious evaluations; automatic responses
Children experience a somewhat higher rate of illness during the first two years of elementary school than later, because of
A) exposure to sick children and a immune system that is still developing. B) a lack of immunizations required for school entry. C) poor hygiene and a lack of preventative measures in schools. D) increased contact with unfamiliar foods in school lunches.
Social Psychology in Action Video 2: Self-Deception ExperimentClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 34 and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test and answer the following question:The results of the study indicated that ______ tolerance participants could keep their arms submerged in cold water an average of ______ s longer the second time they submerged their arm versus the first time they submerged their arm.
A. decreased; 10 B. increased; 30 C. decreased; 30 D. increased; 10