What neurological change in the brain accounts for some older adults acting inappropriately?
A. anencephaly
B. frontal lobe shrinkage
C. Fragile X syndrome
D. damage to Broca's area
Answer: B
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A) The psychologist was not present during data collection to ensure the welfare of the participants B) The psychologist agreed to work with a food company on an applied problem C) The psychologist designed the experiment based on her experience with and training in research D) The problem to be solved involved absenteeism and cereal
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A. 10%; 25% B. 25%; 50% C. 10%; 50% D. 25%; 25%
Animal research ______.
A. has led to significant advances for some human disorders B. is easier to show cause-effect relationships C. has led to significant advances in veterinary medicine D. all of these