In order to compare children of different ages on their intelligence testing scores, we use the intelligence _____, devised by Stern
a) quotient
b) range
c) average
d) mean
Answer: a
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Researchers have found correlations between the 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
Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. Research on cell phone use and attention in driving suggests that laws requiring hands-free cell phones could significantly reduce accidents. 2. An organism's sensitivity to prolonged stimulation tends to increase over time. 3. Our perceptual systems respond more strongly to changes in the level of stimulation than to constant stimulation. 4. Our senses will adapt more quickly to a stimulus if that stim ulus is presented occasionally, rather than constantly. 5. The length of a light wave determines the brightness we perceive.
Which of the following reflects the truth about crime rates in the United States?
A. Rates of serious crime have been steadily declining in the United States. This decrease is confirmed by official police statistics but not by victimization studies. B. Rates of serious crime have been steadily declining in the United States. This decrease is confirmed by victimization studies but not by official police statistics. C. Rates of serious crime have been steadily rising in the United States. This increase is confirmed by both victimization studies and official police statistics. D. Rates of serious crime have been steadily declining in the United States. This decrease is confirmed by both victimization studies and official police statistics.
The research method in which subjects are observed unobtrusively, so that their
behavior is not affected by the known presence of an observer, is the ______ method. a. case-study c. correlational b. experimental d. naturalistic observation