One reason that adolescents are more likely than children to engage in risky behavior is that
A) rapid physical growth makes them feel more confident.
B) the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex develops too quickly.
C) myelination of the hippocampus is not yet complete.
D) their limbic system matures sooner than their prefrontal cortex.
D
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A researcher finds that men make more errors on a memory task than do women. After conducting the appropriate statistical test on this difference, he finds a probability level of less than .05 . The researcher will probably conclude that
A. the difference represents a chance fluctuation. B. the difference is statistically significant. C. if he conducts the study again, there is a high probability that no difference would be found or that women would make more errors. D. there is only a five in 100 chance that his finding represents a real difference between men and women.
When a stressor is present, a child who displays ____________________ attachment will become uneasy and clingy and may cry if the caregiver leaves the room
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Freud was initially interested in hypnosis as a method of treating hysteria but later rejected it as the preferred method of treatment because it
A. lost general credibility in the scientific community. B. treated only symptoms. C. was only partially and temporarily effective. D. inhibited the superego's positive influence on the id.
Which statement describes the process of establishing contacts who can help you in your career?
A. It's called networking and isn't recommended. B. It's called networking and is recommended. C. It's not recommended because other people will resent you. D. It's not a good idea because you aren't being hired or advanced on your own merits.