Lance notices that, when he jogs with Cheryl, he runs faster than when he jogs by himself. Which psychological approach BEST explains this behaviour?

A) sports psychology
B) psychoanalysis
C) social psychology
D) evolutionary psychology


C) social psychology

Psychology

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a. denial b. defensiveness c. self-sabotage d. all of the above

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The IAT claims to measure implicit attitudes. What else might it be measuring?

A. technology savviness B. exposure to cultural prejudices C. nervousness D. speed of thought

Psychology

Which of the following is a stimulus for pain?

A. intense pressure delivered to the skin B. moderate temperature C. mild scratching D. itch sensation

Psychology

Which of the following is NOT a subscale of Zuckerman's "sensation seeking"?

A) Disinhibition B) Boredom susceptibility C) Experience seeking D) Social-support seeking E) Thrill and adventure seeking

Psychology