As a result of the newly installed metal detectors, Bob was caught bringing a gun to school. He claims that he just wanted to show it to his history teacher. Based on what you know about teens who carry guns, what do you think might be another possible motive?
a. Bob is interested in the physics of weapons.
b. Bob wants to help protect his friends from other bullies at school. c. Bob is looking for respect by intimidating his peers with a gun.
d. Bob is trying to protect himself, having been threatened by other kids at school.
c
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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a. alcoholism b. hypochondriasis c. paranoid schizophrenia d. histrionic personality disorder
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A. identify the locus of control B. assess emotional adjustment in people with mental disorders C. help students determine their learning style D. reveal unresolved unconscious conflicts
The sound stimulus begins with the a. absorption of energy by molecules of air
b. reflection of energy from objects in the environment. c. impact of sound energy on the cochlea. d. vibration caused by the movement of objects in space.