Most secondary educational programs:
A) enhance cognitive ability but not test-taking ability.
B) have strong, long-lasting effects.
C) have effects that dwindle and vanish within a few years after school.
D) can actually increase intelligence scores between 12 and 18 points.
C) have effects that dwindle and vanish within a few years after school.
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A. warm and nurturing B. demanding and disapproving C. hostile and unsupportive D. indulgent and overinvolved
Which of the following is an example of cultural determinism?
a. All cultures have some form of spiritual philosophy for dealing with death. b. Cultures, like species, must adapt to changes in the environment. c. Family life is a cornerstone of the culture. d. Some cultures value aggressiveness and reward aggressive behaviors, whereas other cultures consider aggression shameful or a sign of immaturity.
Which of the following would be a question that a behavioral neuroscientist would investigate?
A. Which neurotransmitter systems are responsible for the development of drug addiction? B. Which muscles focus the eye on a moving object? C. Is there a genetic predisposition for cancer? D. What are the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorder?
Little Cory was disruptive during the family game time, so he was sent to his room. Being sent to "time out" is an example of
a. negative reinforcement. b. positive punishment. c. avoidance learning. d. response cost.