Joel is 14 years old and was caught by the police for underage drinking. Joel has committed a(an):
A) status crime. B) property crime.
C) index crime. D) conduct disorder crime.
Answer: A
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Which best exemplifies the concept of incomplete dominance?
a. An individual with two alleles for baldness who has long hair b. An individual with two alleles for shyness who is shy c. An individual with one allele for obesity and another for thinness who is of average weight d. An individual with a single allele for aggression who is violent
Which theory of aging suggests that the mechanical functions of the body simply stop working efficiently as people age?
A. person-centered theory B. activity theory C. wear-and-tear theory D. dual-process theory
In a study on the relationship between physical activity and cognitive ability, Zoey hypothesizes that engagement in physical activity will predict scores on an IQ test. She randomly assigns participants to spend 5 days participating in an exercise program or 5 days relaxing at home. She also asks participants to report how well they slept each night during the study so she can control for it later. Which of the following is the independent variable in this study?
A. Physical activity B. IQ test scores C. Hours slept D. Cognitive ability
Social psychology is the study of
a. the real or imagined influence of other people. b. social institutions, such as the church or school. c. social events, such as football games and dances. d. psychological processes, such as dreaming.