Ethology is an example of
a. a biologically-oriented theory of development.
b. a strict information processing approach to studying development.
c. a stage theory for studying cognitive development.
d. a behaviorist method for studying behavior.
a
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The following scenario is not uncommon: Several people are waiting at a crosswalk, one of them decides to cross despite a red signal, and—once that happens—everyone else does the same. This is an example not just of conformity, but also of ____
a. reinforcement theory b. the social allergy effect c. the bad apple effect d. the propinquity effect
Stefan and Darnell have been diagnosed with schizophrenia. Stefan walks around the room rapidly, talking endlessly, and swinging his arms. Darnell stands in one position for hours at a time, responding to nothing. Which statement is true about their behavior?
a. Both Stefan's and Darnell's behaviors are common motor disturbances seen in schizophrenia. b. Stefan's behavior is typical of schizophrenia; Darnell's is extremely unlikely. c. Stefan's behavior never occurs in schizophrenia; Darnell's behavior is typical of schizophrenia. d. Neither Stefan's nor Darnell's behavior occurs in schizophrenia.
Traditionally, in which ethnic community are families
affectionate and indulgent toward younger children but expect older children to learn social skills and to be calm, obedient, courteous, and respectful with social skills often being valued more than cognitive skills and cooperation stressed more than competition? a. African-American b. Hispanic c. Asian d. European-American
When a group exerts such strong pressure to conform that it prevents people from expressing critical ideas, the group is suffering from __________.
A. groupthink B. polarization C. risky shift D. deindividuation