A technique that uses a path diagram with arrows between variables, but that has some advantages over path analysis is
A) partial correlation.
B) multiple regression.
C) factor analysis.
D) structural equation modeling.
D
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When behavioral geneticists use adoption studies to estimate the heritability of a behavior, the adoptive family can be thought of as representing _____, while the biological family can be thought of as representing _____
a. adaptive behavior; maladaptive behavior b. maladaptive behavior; adaptive behavior c. nature; nurture d. nurture; nature
A key characteristic of a pseudoscience is that its theories are:
a) frequently discarded. b) formulated and revised as needed. c) untestable. d) seldom believed by the general public.
According to Rice and Dolgin, an important aspect of having a school atmosphere of learning is that:
A) students are invested in their own learning. B) students are held responsible for their own learning. C) students enjoy seeing their friends there. D) all of the above
In regard to the link between work and academic performance, studies have found that
A) the more hours on a job, the lower a student's grades. B) working at a job forces adolescents to focus on their academic work and raises their performance. C) jobs raise students' socioeconomic level and, therefore, they achieve at higher levels academically. D) working at a job better prepares students for the rigors of academic work.