Errors due to faulty inference arise because:
A. our measuring devices are unreliable and invalid.
B. the assumptions on which the inference was based may not be true.
C. the scientist cannot be sure that the observations are correct.
D. All of the answers are correct.
Answer: B
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a. compared with earlier studies, couples now have much more intimate conversations about the sexual activities they would enjoy. b. both men and women are actually fairly skilled at interpreting each other's nonverbal messages. c. men are more likely than women to assume that their partner wants to engage in sexual activity. d. there are no significant gender differences with respect to communication patterns about sexuality.
Pavlov is to Bandura as ____ is to ____.
A. cognitive learning; classical conditioning B. cognitive learning; operant conditioning C. classical conditioning; cognitive learning D. observational learning; operant conditioning
The ruling, getting and avoiding types are examples of ______________ lifestyles
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Permissive-indulgent parents may
A) enforce higher academic standards. B) help children's moral development. C) cause children to be more independent. D) encourage or allow inappropriate behaviors.