When children make the mistake of defining a word too broadly, it is referred to as

a. overregularization. c. underextension.
b. overextension. d. fast mapping.


b

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Jan's therapist uses an insight therapy in helping Jan to deal with her fears and anxieties. Her therapist is intent on having Jan focus on her immediate awareness and not indulge in the past. Jan's therapist is most likely a

a. psychoanalyst. b. Gestalt therapist. c. behavior therapist. d. cognitive therapist.

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Because many men do not withdraw before orgasm, __________ is a relatively ineffective method of contraception

a. a condom b. rhythm c. coitus interruptus d. douching

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Some 6,000 languages are spoken by fewer than __________ people.

A. 3 million B. 1.5 million C. 1 million D. 500,000

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According to Erikson, what happens if parents are neglectful with their infants?

A. They will develop a sense of mistrust. B. They will develop a feeling of shame and doubt. C. They will develop feelings of guilt. D. They will have difficulty controlling their behavior.

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