Geoff, a basketball player for City High School, sinks thirty straight free throws during practice. However, during the critical game of the season, with the score tied and twenty seconds left to play, Geoff misses three consecutive free throws. Geoff's behavior can be best explained by __________ theory.
A. incentive
B. arousal
C. drive reduction
D. opponent-process
Answer: B
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a. casual observation. b. naturalistic observation. c. case study research. d. experimental research.
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a. ?prototype b. ?superordinate c. ?concept d. ?exemplar
As a part of their longitudinal study, Thomas and Chess revisited subjects years after the original classifications of temperament. At that time, Subject "A" was described as being sometimes fearful, having problems academically, and, at times, lingering in his response to social cues. Which of the following temperament categories does Subject "A" fit?
A. easy B. difficult C. slow-to-warm-up D. undifferentiated
For most young people, identity development __________
A) is traumatic and disturbing
B) is complete by the end of high school
C) is a process of exploration followed by commitment
D) leaves them unprepared for the challenges of adulthood