A numerical scale with a true zero point allows for values that are ratios of one another. This is known as a(n) ______.
A. ordinal scale
B. nominal scale
C. interval scale
D. ratio scale
Answer: D
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A. discrimination B. prejudice C. impression management D. segregation
If height and weight have a positive correlation, what does this tell you about the relationship between these variables?
a. Height and weight are unrelated. b. Taller people are almost never heavier, but there are exceptions to the rule. c. Shorter people tend to be heavier. d. Taller people are usually heavier, but there are exceptions to the rule.
Critics of the humanistic approach to personality argue that it:
A. doesn't address biological or emotional factors that influence personality. B. doesn't explain why we behave in a particular way. C. assumes that one's unconscious has more influence on behavior than experiences do. D. presents difficulties in validating its concepts.
Lives in Context Video 6.2: Formal OperationsClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 226 and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test and answer the following question:In the video, Dr. Munsch asks each boy, "What do you think would make a difference in how quickly it [the pendulum] might swing? The correct answer is ______.
A. the size and shape B. the height and shape C. the height and weight D. the weight and shape