Regarding the need for achievement (nAch), which of the following statements is/are TRUE?
a. The nAch is greatest for behaviors leading to financial and material success.
b. The nAch involves a desire to have social impact and control over others.
c. The nAch involves a desire to meet an internal standard of excellence.
d. The nAch is characterized by all of these.
C
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When looking for information about this on the Internet, he ignores any sites that are skeptical of his belief and only visits and talks with his friends about the sites that support his belief. This is an example of the confirmation bias. Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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c. The expert remembers better by recognizing a familiar pattern. d. Both will remember about equally well because it is a visual memory.
According to current norms, if sexual intercourse occurs within the context of a long-term, committed, or loving relationship, it is considered __________.
A. a double standard B. marriage C. engagement D. permissiveness with affection
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