Maria's cognitive development seems to be slower than the rest of her classmates'. Many things in her environment might be impairing her cognitive development. Which of the following factors has not been shown to impair cognitive development?
A. Poverty
B. Noise
C. Malnourishment
D. Having a pet at home
Answer: D
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A. 22 years B. 19 years C. 13 years D. 10 years
Psychosocial "clubs" or "clubhouses" for patients with schizophrenia have been formed as a part of some rehabilitation programs. Research indicates that participation in these clubs may help prevent relapses. However, it is difficult to interpret the improvement in these patients because a. some patients are on medication and some aren't
b. only the most psychotic patients participate. c. patients who participate may be significantly different from those who don't. d. a significant number of patients drop out before completing the program.
Jessie is a college freshman and she is engaged in a variety of different activities, three of which can be explained by the drive reduction theory of motivation. Which one cannot be explained in this way?
A. Drank juice with breakfast B. Worked at a local restaurant to earn some extra money C. Ate a hamburger for dinner D. Read a book to satisfy her curiosity about how diamonds are formed
While visiting a zoo, Rachel asks a zoologist, "What type of animal is a frog?" What type of concept is Rachel asking for?
A. modality B. network C. subordinate D. superordinate