Piaget argued that six-month-olds were incapable of imitating a mother who is intentionally opening her mouth very wide because infants
a. do not have vision that allows them to accurately see their mother's face.
b. cannot mentally represent the act of a wide, open mouth at that age.
c. are not physically capable of opening their mouth very wide until they reach 12 months of age.
d. refuse to imitate any actions they see.
b
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A. personal and cultural influences B. peer pressure C. poorly developed egos D. unconscious conflict and cultural influences
Researchers have found correlations between locus of control and psychological functioning. Which of the following is an incorrect summary of the research?
a. People with an internal locus of control are generally higher achievers b. People with an internal locus of control are generally more likely to take preventive health measures c. People with an internal locus of control are generally more depressed d. People with an internal locus of control report less stress
Han is fearful of the powerful Jabba. Han becomes fearful when he hears Jabba's low voice, but lately he becomes fearful when he hears any low rumbling voice. What phenomenon best explains Han's tendency to become fearful when hearing any low voice?
A. Extinction B. Reconditioning C. Stimulus generalization D. Stimulus discrimination
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A. Company one: medium pay, lots of responsibility, chances for advancement, and demanding boss B. Company two: very high pay, easy work, low participation in decision making, and great boss C. Company three: high pay, little responsibility, rigid job structure, and great boss D. Company four: low pay, lots of responsibility, lots of job supervision, and mediocre boss