Efforts to identify the time course of the evolution of human language have been based on the
A. divergence of hominids and great apes from a common ancestor.
B. divergence of Homo sapiens from other species of humans.
C. development of a neocortex in animals.
D. timing of a critical mutation in the FOXP2 gene.
Answer: D
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A. Structured interviews B. Open-ended interviews C. Rating scales D. Questionnaires
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a. suffers from separation anxiety. b. has been imprinted to her human master. c. does social referencing. d. has a preadapted characteristic.
Chad is assisting his wife Hillary during labor and delivery. Which of the following is Chad LEAST likely to do?
A) Help Hillary remain comfortable during labor B) Determine which medications will benefit Hillary most C) "Catch" the baby when he or she is born and cut the umbilical cord D) Help Hillary use selective relaxation and controlled breathing