According to developmentalists, what lies at the heart of moral behavior?

A. cognitive ability
B. empathy
C. social skills development
D. fear of punishment


Answer: B

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According to a systems theory, through which of the following processes can a system preserve its structure and still respond to change?

a. Adaptive self-regulation b. Social identity c. Ego functioning d. Social learning

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Which part of the brain regulates many motives, including hunger, thirst, and the sex drive?

a. thalamus b. hypothalamus c. midbrain d. hippocampus

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The growth effects of short-term malnutrition are identified by examining children's heights

a. before vs. after periods of famine, such as wars. b. in cultures where short stature is strongly valued. c. in rich successful families vs. impoverished families. d. in chronically malnourished areas, as in rural Africa.

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Almost all human characteristics result from an interaction of nature and nurture, rather than from either by itself

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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